CVE-2024-21726: [20240205] - Core - Inadequate content filtering within the filter code
Published Feb 20, 2024
·Updated
Inadequate content filtering leads to XSS vulnerabilities in various components.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Joomla Joomla\!>=3.7.0<=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 21, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:55 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:56 PM
Feb 29, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:44 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-21726?
CVE-2024-21726 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
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How do I fix CVE-2024-21726?
To fix CVE-2024-21726, you should update Joomla to the latest available version that addresses the XSS vulnerabilities.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-21726?
CVE-2024-21726 can lead to unauthorized script execution, which may compromise user data and expose web applications to attacks.
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Which versions of Joomla are affected by CVE-2024-21726?
CVE-2024-21726 affects Joomla versions from 3.7.0 to 3.10.15, 4.0.0 to 4.4.3, and 5.0.0 to 5.0.3.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-21726?
CVE-2024-21726 is an XSS vulnerability caused by inadequate content filtering in various Joomla components.