Vulnerability Description
The WordPress Infinite Scroll – Ajax Load More plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ajax_load_more shortcode in versions up to, and including, 7.1.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level permissions 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Connekthq | Ajax Load More | < 7.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-load-more/trunk/build/frontend/aPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-load-more/trunk/core/classes/claPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e86c080d-202c-4c41-b9cThird Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-load-more/trunk/build/frontend/aPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-load-more/trunk/core/classes/claPatch
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&oldPatch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e86c080d-202c-4c41-b9cThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-4711?
CVE-2024-4711 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The WordPress Infinite Scroll – Ajax Load More plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ajax_load_more shortcode in versions up to, and including, 7.1.1 due to insuffi...
How severe is CVE-2024-4711?
CVE-2024-4711 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-2024-4711?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Connekthq Ajax Load More.