CVE-2024-13864: Countdown Timer <= 1.0 - Reflected XSS

Published Mar 11, 2025
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Updated

The Countdown Timer WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin

Affected Software

2 affected components
Countdown Timer Countdown Timer WordPress plugin<=1.0
Yaidier Countdown Timer Wordpress=1.0

Event History

Mar 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13864?

CVE-2024-13864 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks against high privilege users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13864?

To fix CVE-2024-13864, update the Countdown Timer WordPress plugin to a version beyond 1.0 that includes security patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13864?

CVE-2024-13864 affects versions of the Countdown Timer WordPress plugin up to and including 1.0, particularly impacting high privilege users like administrators.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13864?

CVE-2024-13864 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to execute scripts in the context of a user's session.

5

Can CVE-2024-13864 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-13864 can be exploited remotely by an attacker manipulating input parameters without proper sanitization.

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