WP Publications Plugin Flaw: When Admins Attack (With JavaScript)
The WP Publications plugin for WordPress (versions <= 1.2) is vulnerable to a Stored XSS attack. This flaw lets admins inject JavaScript via unescaped filenames. Even with `unfiltered_html` disabled, this vulnerability is like a bad joke—unfunny and potentially dangerous.
Hot Take:
Looks like WP Publications has decided to turn its plugin into a carnival of chaos with a Stored XSS vulnerability! Who knew a BibTeX file could double as a secret agent, infiltrating admin panels with JavaScript antics? Time to update faster than a WordPress admin can say “security patch!”
Key Points:
- WP Publications plugin version 1.2 or earlier is vulnerable to Stored XSS.
- Vulnerability can be exploited by high-privileged users like admins.
- Attack bypasses `unfiltered_html` protection in WordPress multisite setups.
- Potential risks include privilege escalation, cookie theft, and malicious content injection.
- Recommended action: Update the plugin or manually sanitize file inputs.
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