CVE-2024-10793: WP Activity Log <= 5.2.1 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting via User_id Parameter

Published Nov 15, 2024
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Updated

The WP Activity Log plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the userid parameter in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever an administrative user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Melapress Wp Activity Log Wordpress<5.2.2

Event History

Nov 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:30 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-10793?

CVE-2024-10793 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-10793?

To fix CVE-2024-10793, update the WP Activity Log plugin to version 5.2.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-10793?

CVE-2024-10793 affects all versions of the WP Activity Log plugin for WordPress up to and including version 5.2.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-10793?

CVE-2024-10793 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.

5

Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-10793?

Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-10793 due to the nature of the stored cross-site scripting vulnerability.

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