CVE-2020-35748 : Security Advisory and Response

A Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin for WordPress allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML.

Understanding CVE-2020-35748

This CVE involves a security issue in the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin for WordPress.

What is CVE-2020-35748?

The vulnerability in models/list-table.php allows authenticated remote users to inject malicious scripts or HTML via a specific JSON field.

The Impact of CVE-2020-35748

The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected site's users, potentially leading to various attacks such as stealing sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-35748

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in models/list-table.php in the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin before version 7.4.37.727 for WordPress enables the injection of malicious web scripts or HTML through a specific JSON field.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected System: FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin for WordPress
Affected Versions: Before 7.4.37.727

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with remote authenticated access can exploit the vulnerability by injecting malicious code via the fv_wp_fvvideoplayer_src JSON field in the data parameter.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-35748 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the FV Flowplayer Video Player plugin to version 7.4.37.727 or later.
Monitor and restrict user access to mitigate potential exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and review code for vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe practices to prevent XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to all software components to address known vulnerabilities.