CVE-2024-21724: [20240203] - Core - XSS in media selection fields
Published Feb 20, 2024
·Updated
Inadequate input validation for media selection fields lead to XSS vulnerabilities in various extensions.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Joomla Joomla\!>=1.6.0<3.10.15
Joomla Joomla\!>=4.0.0<4.4.3
Joomla Joomla\!>=5.0.0<5.0.3
Event History
Feb 20, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 29, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:44 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21724?
CVE-2024-21724 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for XSS attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-21724?
To fix CVE-2024-21724, update Joomla to a version that addresses this vulnerability, specifically versions 3.10.16, 4.4.4, or later.
3
Which versions of Joomla are affected by CVE-2024-21724?
CVE-2024-21724 affects Joomla versions from 1.6.0 to 3.10.15, 4.0.0 to 4.4.3, and 5.0.0 to 5.0.3.
4
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-21724?
CVE-2024-21724 is an XSS vulnerability caused by inadequate input validation in media selection fields.
5
Can CVE-2024-21724 lead to data breaches?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2024-21724 could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts which may lead to data breaches.