CVE-2019-15328 : Security Advisory and Response

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in versions prior to 1.14.0.3 of the import-users-from-csv-with-meta plugin for WordPress.

Understanding CVE-2019-15328

This CVE identifies a specific XSS vulnerability in the import-users-from-csv-with-meta plugin for WordPress.

What is CVE-2019-15328?

The import-users-from-csv-with-meta plugin before version 1.14.0.3 for WordPress is susceptible to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15328

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15328

The technical aspects of this CVE are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The import-users-from-csv-with-meta plugin for WordPress before version 1.14.0.3 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: Versions prior to 1.14.0.3

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the plugin, which are then executed in the context of a user's browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-15328, the following steps are recommended:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the import-users-from-csv-with-meta plugin to version 1.14.0.3 or newer.
Consider disabling the plugin until it is updated to a secure version.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update all plugins and themes to their latest versions.
Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all software components, including plugins and themes, are regularly updated to the latest secure versions.