CVE-2022-4775: GeoDirectory < 2.2.22 - Contributor+ Stored XSS via Shortcode
The GeoDirectory WordPress plugin before 2.2.22 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.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this Geodirectory plugin vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Geodirectory plugin vulnerability is CVE-2022-4775.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-4775?
CVE-2022-4775 has a severity rating of 5.4 (medium).
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-4775?
The affected software for CVE-2022-4775 is the GeoDirectory WordPress plugin version up to 2.2.22.
What is the description of CVE-2022-4775?
CVE-2022-4775 is a vulnerability in the GeoDirectory WordPress plugin that allows Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How can the CVE-2022-4775 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2022-4775 vulnerability can be exploited by users with a role as low as contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.