CVE-2024-1541: Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks – Page Builder Features <= 3.2.23 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks – Page Builder Features plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the htmlTag attribute in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.23 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and above, 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-2024-1541?
CVE-2024-1541 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1541?
To fix CVE-2024-1541, update the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin to the latest version beyond 3.2.23.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1541?
CVE-2024-1541 affects all versions of the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin for WordPress up to and including 3.2.23.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1541?
CVE-2024-1541 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to insufficient input sanitization.
Can CVE-2024-1541 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
CVE-2024-1541 requires an authenticated user to exploit the vulnerability.