WordPress Broken Link Checker Plugin Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
Publish date: July 21, 2015
Severity: CRITICAL
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
DESCRIPTION
There exists a persistent stored cross site scripting vulnerability, also known as a stored XSS, in the Broken Link Checker. Stored XSS occurs when a web application gathers potentially malicious input from a user and then stores it on the site. This vulnerability can be used by attackers to obtain a crafted link with malicious payload via the post / comment fields. The JavaScript code is executed when the site administrator attempts to enter the Broken Link Checker control panel.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1000552
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