CVE-2024-12597: HT Mega <= 2.7.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via block_css and inner_css
The HT Mega – Absolute Addons For Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'blockcss' and 'innercss' parameters in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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-2024-12597?
CVE-2024-12597 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-12597?
CVE-2024-12597 affects all versions of the HT Mega – Absolute Addons For Elementor plugin for WordPress up to and including version 2.7.6.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12597?
To fix CVE-2024-12597, update the HT Mega – Absolute Addons For Elementor plugin to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What is stored cross-site scripting in the context of CVE-2024-12597?
Stored cross-site scripting in CVE-2024-12597 refers to the injection of malicious scripts that are stored on the server and executed when users access affected pages.
What are the affected parameters in CVE-2024-12597?
CVE-2024-12597 is vulnerable through the 'block_css' and 'inner_css' parameters due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.