CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2024-21724: [20240203] - Core - XSS in media selection fields

First published: Tue Feb 20 2024(Updated: )

Inadequate input validation for media selection fields lead to XSS vulnerabilities in various extensions.

Credit: security@joomla.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Joomla>=1.6.0<3.10.15
Joomla>=4.0.0<4.4.3
Joomla>=5.0.0<5.0.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-21724?

    CVE-2024-21724 is an XSS vulnerability caused by inadequate input validation in media selection fields.

  • 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.

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