What is CVE-2018-7465?

An XSS issue was discovered in VirtueMart before 3.2.14. All the textareas in the backend of the plugin can be closed by simply adding to the value and saving the product/config. By editing back the product/config, the editor's browser will execute everything after the , leading to a possible XSS.

How severe is CVE-2018-7465?

CVE-2018-7465 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2018-7465 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-7465?

CVE-2018-7465 affects Virtuemart. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2018-7465?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2018-7465 published?

CVE-2018-7465 was published on 2018-04-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-7465

CVE-2018-7465 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Virtuemart with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
CVSS v2: 3.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Virtuemart
Published: 2018-04-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An XSS issue was discovered in VirtueMart before 3.2.14. All the textareas in the backend of the plugin can be closed by simply adding </textarea> to the value and saving the product/config. By editing back the product/config, the editor's browser will execute everything after the </textarea>, leading to a possible XSS.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-7465?: An XSS issue was discovered in VirtueMart before 3.2.14. All the textareas in the backend of the plugin can be closed by simply adding </textarea> to the value and saving the product/config. By editing back the product/config, the editor's browser will execute everything after the </textarea>, leading to a possible XSS.
How severe is CVE-2018-7465?: CVE-2018-7465 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2018-7465 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-7465?: CVE-2018-7465 affects Virtuemart. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-7465?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2018-7465 published?: CVE-2018-7465 was published on 2018-04-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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