CVE-2022-4717: Strong Testimonials < 3.0.3 - Contributor+ Stored XSS via Shortcode

Published Feb 6, 2023
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Updated

The Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin before 3.0.3 does not validate and escape some of its shortcode attributes before outputting them back in the page, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks which could be used against high privilege users such as admins.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Machothemes Strong Testimonials Wordpress<3.0.3

Event History

Feb 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:59 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin?

The vulnerability ID for the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin is CVE-2022-4717.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4717?

CVE-2022-4717 has a severity value of 5.4, which is considered medium.

3

What does the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin vulnerability allow attackers to do?

The vulnerability in the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin allows users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

4

Which version of the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin is affected by CVE-2022-4717?

The Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin version up to and excluding 3.0.3 is affected by CVE-2022-4717.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-4717?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2022-4717 is to update the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin to version 3.0.3 or later.

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