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CVE-2024-22162: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in WPZOOM WPZOOM Shortcodes

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VulnerabilityCVE-2024-22162cvecve-2024-22162cwe-79
Published: Wed Jan 31 2024 (01/31/2024, 18:00:09 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: WPZOOM
Product: WPZOOM Shortcodes

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WPZOOM WPZOOM Shortcodes allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WPZOOM Shortcodes: from n/a through 1.0.3.

CVSS v3.1

Score 7.1high

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Low
Availability
Low
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 05/01/2026, 02:55:25 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability in WPZOOM Shortcodes (up to version 1.0.3) involves improper input sanitization leading to reflected cross-site scripting (CWE-79). An attacker can craft a malicious URL or input that, when processed by the plugin, results in script execution in the victim's browser. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, scope changed, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official remediation level has been published as of the data provided.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected site, potentially allowing attackers to steal user credentials, perform actions on behalf of users, or disrupt site availability. The reflected nature means the attack requires user interaction, such as clicking a crafted link. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent as indicated by the CVSS metrics.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider disabling or removing the WPZOOM Shortcodes plugin if feasible, or implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block reflected XSS attempts targeting this plugin. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Patchstack
Date Reserved
2024-01-05T11:18:51.830Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69ea9e7b87115cfb686fc58f

Added to database: 4/23/2026, 10:34:35 PM

Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 2:55:25 AM

Last updated: 6/7/2026, 8:09:33 AM

Views: 15

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