CVE-2024-11782: WP Mailster <= 1.8.17.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The WP Mailster plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'mstsubscribe' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.17.0 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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What is the severity of CVE-2024-11782?
CVE-2024-11782 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11782?
To fix CVE-2024-11782, update the WP Mailster plugin to version 1.8.18 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-11782?
CVE-2024-11782 affects all versions of the WP Mailster plugin up to and including 1.8.17.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-11782?
CVE-2024-11782 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-11782?
Users of the WP Mailster plugin on WordPress who have versions prior to 1.8.18 are at risk from CVE-2024-11782.