CVE-2024-12221: Turnkey bbPress by WeaverTheme <= 1.6.3 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via _wpnonce Parameter
The Turnkey bbPress by WeaverTheme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘wpnonce’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-12221?
CVE-2024-12221 is a medium severity vulnerability that allows for reflected cross-site scripting due to insufficient input sanitization.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12221?
To fix CVE-2024-12221, update the Turnkey bbPress by WeaverTheme plugin to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-12221?
All versions of the Turnkey bbPress by WeaverTheme plugin up to and including 1.6.3 are affected by CVE-2024-12221.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2024-12221 enable?
CVE-2024-12221 can enable unauthenticated attackers to execute reflected cross-site scripting attacks against vulnerable WordPress installations.
Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-12221?
No, CVE-2024-12221 can be exploited without user authentication.