CVE-2022-4471: YARPP - Yet Another Related Posts Plugin < 5.30.3 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Published Feb 13, 2023
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Updated

The YARPP WordPress plugin before 5.30.3 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in a page/post where the shortcode is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks

Affected Software

1 affected component
YARPP Yet Another Related Posts Plugin Wordpress<=5.30.1

Event History

Feb 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:32 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4471?

CVE-2022-4471 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-4471?

To fix CVE-2022-4471, update the YARPP WordPress plugin to version 5.30.3 or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2022-4471 facilitate?

CVE-2022-4471 can facilitate Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially compromising user sessions.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2022-4471?

CVE-2022-4471 affects users with the contributor role and above who can embed the vulnerable shortcode.

5

What versions of the YARPP plugin are vulnerable to CVE-2022-4471?

Versions of the YARPP plugin before 5.30.3, specifically up to and including 5.30.1, are vulnerable to CVE-2022-4471.

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