Vulnerability Description
The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Accordion Widget in all versions up to, and including, 2.15.5 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and higher, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Averta | Shortcodes And Extra Features For Phlox Theme | < 2.15.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/auxin-elements/tags/2.15.5/includes/eProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3070155/#file5
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a4541890-4c0d-4348-91dThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/auxin-elements/tags/2.15.5/includes/eProduct
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a4541890-4c0d-4348-91dThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-3517?
CVE-2024-3517 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Accordion Widget in all versions up to, and including, 2.15.5 due to insuffi...
How severe is CVE-2024-3517?
CVE-2024-3517 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-2024-3517?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Averta Shortcodes And Extra Features For Phlox Theme.