CVE-2024-12588: Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme <= 2.17.2 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Staff Widget
The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's Staff widget in all versions up to, and including, 2.17.2 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-2024-12588?
CVE-2024-12588 has a severity rating of medium due to the potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12588?
To fix CVE-2024-12588, update the Phlox Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin to version 2.16.5 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-12588?
CVE-2024-12588 affects all versions of the Phlox Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin up to and including 2.16.4.
What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2024-12588 involve?
CVE-2024-12588 involves Stored Cross-Site Scripting due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.
Who is the vendor of the affected software in CVE-2024-12588?
The vendor of the affected software for CVE-2024-12588 is Phlox.