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
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

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.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203