Vulnerability Description
The amCharts: Charts and Maps plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the 'amcharts_javascript' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.4 due to the ability to supply arbitrary JavaScript a lack of nonce validation on the preview functionality. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amcharts | Amcharts\ | < 1.4.5, _charts_and_maps |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/amcharts-charts-and-maps/tags/1.4.4/iIssue Tracking
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3150041/Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5e3593e8-3840-4db0-826Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8622?
CVE-2024-8622 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). The amCharts: Charts and Maps plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the 'amcharts_javascript' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.4 due to the abilit...
How severe is CVE-2024-8622?
CVE-2024-8622 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-8622?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Amcharts Amcharts\.