Vulnerability Description
The WordPress Infinite Scroll – Ajax Load More plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘button_label’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 7.1.2 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Connekthq | Ajax Load More | < 7.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-load-more/trunk/core/classes/claProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3160896/Patch
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/ajax-load-more/#developersProductRelease Notes
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ca29158a-ca60-46c7-93aThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8505?
CVE-2024-8505 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 ‘button_label’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 7.1.2 due to ins...
How severe is CVE-2024-8505?
CVE-2024-8505 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-2024-8505?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Connekthq Ajax Load More.