Vulnerability Description
The User Private Files – File Upload & Download Manager with Secure File Sharing plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘new-fldr-name’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/user-private-files/trunk/js/folder.js
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3240877/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/419cf912-3187-43d7-90a
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-13799?
CVE-2024-13799 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The User Private Files – File Upload & Download Manager with Secure File Sharing plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘new-fldr-name’ parameter in all versions up ...
How severe is CVE-2024-13799?
CVE-2024-13799 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-2024-13799?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.