CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-42096: XSS

First published: Mon Nov 21 2022(Updated: )

Backdrop CMS version 1.23.0 was discovered to contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability via Post content.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Backdrop CMS=1.23.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID of the stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Backdrop CMS?

    The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-42096.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-42096?

    The severity of CVE-2022-42096 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.8.

  • How does the vulnerability occur in Backdrop CMS?

    The vulnerability occurs in Backdrop CMS version 1.23.0 via Post content and allows for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-42096?

    Yes, a fix is available by updating to a version of Backdrop CMS that is not affected by the vulnerability.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-42096?

    You can find more information about CVE-2022-42096 on the Backdrop CMS website and the GitHub release page for version 1.23.0.

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