CVE-2024-12717: aklamator-infeed <= 2.0.0 - Admin+ Stored XSS

Published Jan 9, 2025
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Updated

The Aklamator INfeed WordPress plugin through 2.0.0 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).

Affected Software

3 affected components
aklamator INfeed<=2.0.0
WordPress WordPress plugin<=2.0.0
aklamator INfeed WordPress<=2.0.0

Event History

Jan 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12717?

CVE-2024-12717 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-12717?

To fix CVE-2024-12717, update the Aklamator INfeed plugin to version 2.0.1 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-12717?

CVE-2024-12717 affects users of the Aklamator INfeed WordPress plugin up to version 2.0.0.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-12717?

The risks of CVE-2024-12717 include potential exploitation by high privilege users to execute malicious scripts within the WordPress environment.

5

Can CVE-2024-12717 affect multisite WordPress installations?

Yes, CVE-2024-12717 can specifically affect multisite WordPress installations where unfiltered_html capabilities are disallowed.

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