CVE-2024-0977: XSS
First published: Wed Feb 07 2024(Updated: )
The Timeline Widget For Elementor (Elementor Timeline, Vertical & Horizontal Timeline) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via image URLs in the plugin's timeline widget in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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, changes the slideshow type, and then changes it back to an image.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Coolplugins Cool Timeline | <1.5.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/03073726-58d0-45b3-b7a6-7d12dbede919?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3029865%40timeline-widget-addon-for-elementor&new=3029865%40timeline-widget-addon-for-elementor&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-0977?
The severity of CVE-2024-0977 is classified as high due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0977?
To fix CVE-2024-0977, update the Timeline Widget For Elementor plugin to version 1.5.4 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2024-0977 lead to?
CVE-2024-0977 can lead to attacks such as data theft, session hijacking, or defacement due to stored cross-site scripting.
Which versions of the Timeline Widget For Elementor are affected by CVE-2024-0977?
All versions of the Timeline Widget For Elementor up to and including 1.5.3 are affected by CVE-2024-0977.
Is input sanitization a concern with CVE-2024-0977?
Yes, CVE-2024-0977 is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the plugin.
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