CVE-2024-0383: WP Recipe Maker <= 9.1.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'group_tag'
The WP Recipe Maker plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's [wprm-recipe-instructions] and [wprm-recipe-ingredients] shortcodes in all versions up to, and including, 9.1.0 due to insufficient restrictions on the 'grouptag' attribute . This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level and above permissions to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-0383?
CVE-2024-0383 is a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0383?
To mitigate CVE-2024-0383, update the WP Recipe Maker plugin to version 9.1.1 or later.
What versions of WP Recipe Maker are affected by CVE-2024-0383?
CVE-2024-0383 affects all versions of WP Recipe Maker up to and including 9.1.0.
What is stored cross-site scripting in relation to CVE-2024-0383?
Stored cross-site scripting in CVE-2024-0383 occurs when untrusted data is stored and executed in the user's browser when accessing the affected plugin.
What attributes are involved in the CVE-2024-0383 vulnerability?
The vulnerability CVE-2024-0383 is due to insufficient restrictions on the 'group_tag' attribute in specific shortcodes.