WordPress Escape Version in Generator Tag

The older versions of WordPress uses unsecured Escape Version in Generator Tag. This tag fails to properly sanitize the input data. This vulnerability will lead to Cross-Site Scripting. An attacker sends text-based attack scripts to exploit the interpreter in the browser. Cross-site Scripting (XSS) is a client-side code injection attack where, an attacker can execute malicious scripts into a website or web application.

Impact

The impact include:-

• Execute malicious code
• Unstable web application

Impact and Fixes

Written by

Sooraj V Nair

Cyber Security Engineer

Sooraj was probably the kid who opened up a remote control just to see what was inside, then had to figure out how to put it back together before anyone noticed. That curiosity eventually found its way into cybersecurity, where breaking things is actually part of the job description. Today, he explores vulnerabilities, analysis threats, and helps build safer digital spaces. His favourite question remains the same: “What happens if I try this?”