Is CVE-2019-9978 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2019-9978 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2019-9978 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2019-9978 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-9978?

CVE-2019-9978 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2019-9978

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:88.13%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.5th

Official Description

WordPress Social Warfare plugin contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows for remote code execution. This vulnerability affects Social Warfare and Social Warfare Pro.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

WordPress Social Warfare Plugin Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

WordPress Social Warfare plugin contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows for remote code execution. This vulnerability affects Social Warfare and Social Warfare Pro.

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress Social Warfare plugin can lead to remote code execution. The very high EPSS score of 0.88126 suggests a strong probability of exploitation, and its presence in CISA's KEV confirms it is being actively exploited. This makes it an urgent concern for WordPress sites using the affected plugin.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. The XSS nature of the flaw, which can lead to remote code execution, indicates it is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Users of the Social Warfare and Social Warfare Pro plugins should update to the latest secure versions. Regularly review and update all WordPress plugins to mitigate known vulnerabilities.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-9978 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2019-9978 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.