CVE-2024-13612: Better Messages – Live Chat for WordPress, BuddyPress, PeepSo, Ultimate Member, BuddyBoss <= 2.6.9 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
The Better Messages – Live Chat for WordPress, BuddyPress, PeepSo, Ultimate Member, BuddyBoss plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'bettermessageslivechatbutton' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.6.9 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13612?
CVE-2024-13612 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13612?
To fix CVE-2024-13612, upgrade the Better Messages Live Chat plugin to version 2.7.0 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-13612?
CVE-2024-13612 affects all versions of the Better Messages Live Chat plugin for WordPress up to and including 2.6.9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13612?
CVE-2024-13612 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
Can CVE-2024-13612 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-13612 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the plugin's shortcode.