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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-1971
CVE-2022-1971:
WordPress vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2022-1971 is a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the NextCellent Gallery WordPress plugin versions 1.9.35 and below. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on June 6, 2022, and it specifically impacts the image settings functionality of the plugin (WPScan).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from improper sanitization and escaping of image settings within the plugin. This security flaw is particularly relevant when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed, such as in multisite WordPress setups. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 3.4 (low severity) and is classified under CWE-79, which pertains to improper neutralization of input during web page generation (WPScan).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability allows high-privilege users such as administrators to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks. The impact is particularly significant in multisite WordPress installations where unfiltered_html capability is restricted (WPScan).
Mitigation and workarounds
As of the last update, there is no known fix available for this vulnerability in the NextCellent Gallery plugin (WPScan).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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