WordPress FeedWordPress Advanced Filters Plugin Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the WordPress FeedWordPress Advanced Filters plugin, specifically in versions through 0.6.2. This issue allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that are executed when users visit the affected page.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for reflected cross-site scripting, where injected scripts are executed in the context of the user's browser.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to a version of the FeedWordPress Advanced Filters plugin that is later than 0.6.2. For those using Patchstack, a mitigation rule has been issued to block attacks until an official patch is available.