CVE-2024-1349: EmbedPress <= 3.9.8 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
The EmbedPress – Embed PDF, YouTube, Google Docs, Vimeo, Wistia Videos, Audios, Maps & Any Documents in Gutenberg & Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's shortcode(s) in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.8 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level and above permissions 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-2024-1349?
CVE-2024-1349 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1349?
To fix CVE-2024-1349, you should update the EmbedPress plugin to version 3.9.9 or later.
Which versions of EmbedPress are affected by CVE-2024-1349?
All versions of the EmbedPress plugin up to and including 3.9.8 are affected by CVE-2024-1349.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2024-1349?
CVE-2024-1349 allows for stored cross-site scripting attacks via the plugin's shortcodes.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1349?
Users of the EmbedPress plugin for WordPress who have not updated to version 3.9.9 are affected by CVE-2024-1349.