Vulnerability Description
The MK Google Directions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'MKGD' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webtamarin | Mk Google Directions | < 3.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3246361/google-distance-calculator/Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/23b3570c-cd8e-4dec-bbaThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-12820?
CVE-2024-12820 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The MK Google Directions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'MKGD' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.1 due to insufficient input sanitiz...
How severe is CVE-2024-12820?
CVE-2024-12820 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-12820?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Webtamarin Mk Google Directions.