CVE-2024-1692: BoldGrid Easy SEO – Simple and Effective SEO <= 1.6.13 - Authenticated(Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Meta Description
The BoldGrid Easy SEO – Simple and Effective SEO plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the meta description field in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.13 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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-2024-1692?
CVE-2024-1692 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1692?
To fix CVE-2024-1692, update the BoldGrid Easy SEO plugin to the latest version, specifically beyond 1.6.13.
What versions of BoldGrid Easy SEO are affected by CVE-2024-1692?
CVE-2024-1692 affects all versions of BoldGrid Easy SEO up to and including 1.6.13.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1692?
CVE-2024-1692 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability due to inadequate input sanitization.
Can CVE-2024-1692 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-1692 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to inject malicious scripts.