CVE-2024-13738: Motors - Car Dealer, Rental & Listing WordPress theme <= 5.6.65 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution
The The Motors - Car Dealer, Rental & Listing WordPress theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 5.6.65. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running doshortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes. It is unclear exactly which version the issue was patched in from the changelog. Therefore, we used the latest version at the time of verification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13738?
CVE-2024-13738 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary shortcode execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13738?
To fix CVE-2024-13738, update the Motors - Car Dealer, Rental & Listing WordPress theme to a version beyond 5.6.65.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-13738?
All users of the Motors - Car Dealer, Rental & Listing WordPress theme versions up to and including 5.6.65 are affected by CVE-2024-13738.
What causes CVE-2024-13738?
CVE-2024-13738 is caused by the theme allowing arbitrary shortcode execution without properly validating user inputs.
Is CVE-2024-13738 remotely exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2024-13738 is remotely exploitable, making it critical for affected websites to apply the fix urgently.