CVE-2024-1396: Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme <= 2.15.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'title_tag'
The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘titletag’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.15.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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-2024-1396?
CVE-2024-1396 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1396?
To remediate CVE-2024-1396, update the Shortcodes and Extra Features for Phlox Theme plugin to version 2.15.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1396?
All versions of the Shortcodes and Extra Features for Phlox Theme plugin for WordPress up to and including 2.15.5 are affected by CVE-2024-1396.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1396?
CVE-2024-1396 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2024-1396?
Authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-1396 by injecting scripts into the 'title_tag' parameter due to insufficient input sanitization.