CVE-2019-16118 : Security Advisory and Response

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability was discovered in the WordPress plugin 10Web Photo Gallery, affecting versions 1.5.35 and earlier.

Understanding CVE-2019-16118

This CVE identifies a specific security issue in the 10Web Photo Gallery plugin for WordPress.

What is CVE-2019-16118?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the 10Web Photo Gallery plugin for WordPress allows attackers to execute malicious scripts on the victim's browser.

The Impact of CVE-2019-16118

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, defacement, and other malicious activities on websites using the affected plugin.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-16118

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability exists in the file admin/controllers/Options.php within the 10Web Photo Gallery plugin.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: 10Web Photo Gallery
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: 1.5.35 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the affected file, potentially compromising the security of WordPress websites.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-16118 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the 10Web Photo Gallery plugin to version 1.5.36 or later to patch the vulnerability.
Consider disabling the plugin until it is updated to prevent exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update all plugins and themes to the latest versions.
Implement web application firewalls (WAFs) to filter and block malicious traffic.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates for all WordPress plugins and themes to mitigate the risk of XSS vulnerabilities.