CVE-2022-25618 : Security Advisory and Response

A detailed overview of the Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in wpDataTables WordPress plugin versions <= 2.1.27.

Understanding CVE-2022-25618

This CVE details an Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting wpDataTables WordPress plugin versions <= 2.1.27.

What is CVE-2022-25618?

The vulnerability allows authenticated attackers (admin+) to execute malicious scripts in the context of a victim's browser while viewing content managed by the plugin.

The Impact of CVE-2022-25618

With a CVSS base score of 3.4, this low-severity vulnerability requires high privileges to exploit and can lead to unauthorized script execution.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-25618

Below are the technical details of this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in wpDataTables WordPress plugin versions <= 2.1.27.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: wpDataTables – Tables & Table Charts (WordPress plugin)
Vendor: TMS-Plugins
Versions Affected: <= 2.1.27

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker needs admin+ privileges to input and store malicious scripts, which are executed in the victim's browser upon viewing affected content.

Mitigation and Prevention

To secure systems from CVE-2022-25618, follow these guidelines.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the wpDataTables plugin to version 2.1.28 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor security advisories and apply updates promptly to patch known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Maintain a robust patch management process to ensure all software components are up to date and protected against security risks.