CVE-2021-24837: Passster < 3.5.5.8 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Published Jan 23, 2023
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Updated

The Passster WordPress plugin before 3.5.5.8 does not escape the area parameter of its shortcode, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Passster Project Passter Wordpress<3.5.5.8

Event History

Jan 23, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:31 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-24837?

CVE-2021-24837 is a vulnerability in the Passster WordPress plugin before version 3.5.5.8 that allows users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24837?

CVE-2021-24837 has a severity of medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

How does CVE-2021-24837 affect Passster WordPress plugin?

CVE-2021-24837 affects Passster WordPress plugin before version 3.5.5.8 by not properly escaping the area parameter of its shortcode, making it vulnerable to XSS attacks.

4

What can an attacker do with CVE-2021-24837?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2021-24837 can perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks and potentially execute malicious JavaScript code on the victim's browser.

5

How can I fix the CVE-2021-24837 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2021-24837 vulnerability, update the Passster WordPress plugin to version 3.5.5.8 or later.

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