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CVE-2022-1906 Scanner

Detects 'Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)' vulnerability in Copyright Proof plugin for WordPress affects v. through 4.16.

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Level

Medium

Single Scan

Single Scan

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Asset Owner

Estimated Time

10 sec

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Domain, Ipv4

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The Copyright Proof plugin for WordPress is a tool used to prove ownership of copyrighted material on a website. This plugin allows the website owner to display a digital proof of copyright on their website, reassuring their audience of the originality of their content. The plugin accomplishes this by creating a digital fingerprint of the website's content and storing it in a database for future reference.

The CVE-2022-1906 vulnerability detected in the Copyright Proof plugin for WordPress is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This vulnerability arises because the plugin does not properly sanitize and escape a parameter before outputting it back. This parameter is available through an AJAX action that is accessible to both authenticated and unauthenticated users. When a specific setting is enabled, an attacker can inject malicious code into the parameter, leading to a reflected XSS attack.

Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to a range of consequences, depending on the attacker's motives and the website's content. If the victim is a large enterprise, the attacker can use the XSS attack to gain access to sensitive data, plant malware, or steal credentials. If the victim is an individual, the attacker might use the XSS attack to redirect the victim to a phishing site or to cause damage to the website.

Thanks to the pro features of the securityforeveryone.com platform, website owners can easily and quickly learn about vulnerabilities in their digital assets. With real-time alerts and remediation guidance, the platform helps website owners stay ahead of emerging threats and keep their websites secure. Protect your website today and safeguard your online presence with securityforeveryone.com.

 

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