CVE-2022-2189 Details
Description
The WP Video Lightbox WordPress plugin before 1.9.5 does not escape the $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI'] parameter before outputting it back in an attribute, which could lead to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting in old web browsers
A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the WP Video Lightbox WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 1.9.5. The issue arises because the plugin does not properly escape the $_SERVER['REQUEST_URI'] parameter before including it in an attribute. This flaw could be exploited in older web browsers.
Users are advised to update the WP Video Lightbox WordPress plugin to version 1.9.5 or later.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b6ed4d64-ee98-41bd-a97a-8350c2a8a546 | CVE | ExploitThird Party Advisory |
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b6ed4d64-ee98-41bd-a97a-8350c2a8a546 | [email protected] | ExploitThird Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| tipsandtricks-hq wp video lightbox | < 1.9.5 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jul 29, 2022 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |