CVE-2017-17094 describes a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WordPress versions prior to 4.9.1, specifically within the wp-includes/feed.php component. This flaw allows authenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts via crafted URLs embedded in RSS and Atom feed enclosures. Rated Medium severity (CVSS 5.4), the vulnerability requires user interaction and could lead to information disclosure or limited integrity impact. There is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 4.9.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:wordpress:wordpress:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
7.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
8.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
9.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
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