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CVE-2018-13137: The Events Manager plugin 5.9.4 for WordPress has XSS via the dbem_event_reapproved_email_body parameter to...

The Events Manager plugin 5.9.4 for WordPress has XSS via the dbem_event_reapproved_email_body parameter to the wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=event&page=events-manager-options URI.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2018-13137 is a cross-site scripting issue in the WordPress Events Manager plugin 5.9.4. A vulnerable settings parameter could allow script content to be handled unsafely in the WordPress admin area. Business risk depends on whether affected sites still run this old plugin version and who can reach the vulnerable option.

Executive priority

Prioritize as a targeted cleanup item for WordPress assets, especially public sites with legacy plugins. It is not KEV-listed in the provided bundle, but unresolved XSS in admin workflows can still create account and site-integrity risk.

Technical view

The CVE describes XSS via the dbem_event_reapproved_email_body parameter sent to wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=event&page=events-manager-options in Events Manager 5.9.4. The bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, fixed-version details, or confirmed privilege requirements. The wp-admin path suggests administrative context, but that should be validated locally.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on WordPress sites running Events Manager plugin version 5.9.4. Internet-facing WordPress sites are relevant, but exploitability may depend on authenticated access and plugin configuration. The source bundle does not identify other affected versions.

Exploitation context

The issue has public references, including a gist, blog post, WPVulnDB entry, and WordPress plugin page. CISA KEV status is false in the bundle, and no cited source here confirms active exploitation.

Researcher notes

The public description is narrow and lacks scoring, patch metadata, and privilege details. Treat 5.9.4 as confirmed affected, avoid extrapolating to other versions, and use vendor changelog evidence before declaring remediation complete.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory WordPress sites for Events Manager plugin version 5.9.4.
  • Check the vendor plugin page and changelog for fixed-version guidance.
  • Upgrade the plugin if vendor guidance identifies a corrected release.
  • Disable or remove the plugin where it is unused or cannot be updated.
  • Restrict WordPress admin access to trusted users and networks where feasible.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed Events Manager versions across production and staging WordPress sites.
  • Review whether dbem_event_reapproved_email_body is present in stored plugin settings.
  • Check admin users and roles with access to Events Manager options.
  • Review web and WordPress logs for unusual Events Manager option changes.
  • Retest after remediation without using live exploit payloads.
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Confidence
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Sources
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