CVE-2024-1815: Spectra – WordPress Gutenberg Blocks <= 2.12.8 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Image Gallery Block
First published: Thu May 23 2024(Updated: )
The Spectra – WordPress Gutenberg Blocks plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's Image Gallery block in all versions up to, and including, 2.12.8 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Brainstorm Force Spectra | <2.12.9 | |
| Spectra WordPress Gutenberg Blocks | <=2.12.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-1815?
The severity of CVE-2024-1815 is considered Medium due to its potential for exploitation through stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1815?
To fix CVE-2024-1815, update the Spectra – WordPress Gutenberg Blocks plugin to version 2.12.9 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-1815?
CVE-2024-1815 affects all versions of the Spectra plugin up to and including 2.12.8.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1815?
CVE-2024-1815 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2024-1815?
The vendor associated with CVE-2024-1815 is Brainstorm Force, the developers of the Spectra plugin for WordPress.
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