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Overview
The Print-O-Matic plugin for WordPress, which provides print functionality for website content, contains a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in versions prior to 2.0.3. The vulnerability stems from improper output escaping of certain plugin settings when they are rendered in HTML attributes. This allows attackers with high privileges to inject malicious JavaScript code that executes in users' browsers. What makes this vulnerability particularly concerning is that it can be exploited even when the WordPress unfiltered_html capability is disabled, which is a security measure typically used to prevent such attacks. This could lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or other client-side attacks against site administrators or visitors.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, website administrators should:
- Update the Print-O-Matic plugin to version 2.0.3 or later immediately.
- If immediate updating is not possible, consider temporarily disabling the Print-O-Matic plugin until it can be updated.
- Review user roles and privileges to ensure only trusted users have administrative access.
- Implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers as an additional layer of protection against XSS attacks.
- Monitor logs for suspicious activity that might indicate exploitation attempts.
References
- Patch information: https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2610060/
- Detailed vulnerability analysis: https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/84e83d52-f69a-4de2-80c8-7c1996b30a04
- WordPress Plugin Directory: https://wordpress.org/plugins/print-o-matic/
- OWASP XSS Prevention Cheat Sheet: https://cheatsheetseries.owasp.org/cheatsheets/Cross_Site_Scripting_Prevention_Cheat_Sheet.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
