CVE-2024-10057: RSS Feed Widget <= 2.9.9 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via rfw-youtube-videos Shortcode
The RSS Feed Widget plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's rfw-youtube-videos shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.9.9 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-10057?
CVE-2024-10057 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-10057?
To mitigate CVE-2024-10057, update the RSS Feed Widget plugin to version 3.0.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-10057?
CVE-2024-10057 affects all versions of the RSS Feed Widget plugin for WordPress up to and including 2.9.9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-10057?
CVE-2024-10057 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can attackers do with CVE-2024-10057?
Attackers exploiting CVE-2024-10057 can potentially inject malicious scripts into user sessions, impacting site security and visitor safety.