CVE-2024-1723: SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle <= 1.58.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via several parameters in all versions up to, and including, 1.58.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access or above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. Affected parameters include: $instance['fonts']['titleoptions']['tag'], $headlinetag, $subheadlinetag, $feature['icon'].
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-1723?
CVE-2024-1723 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1723?
To fix CVE-2024-1723, update the SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle plugin to version 1.58.8 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1723?
CVE-2024-1723 affects users of the SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.58.7.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2024-1723?
CVE-2024-1723 allows authenticated attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting attacks.
What does insufficient input sanitization mean in the context of CVE-2024-1723?
Insufficient input sanitization means that the vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts because the plugin does not properly validate or clean user input.