CVE-2024-2460: GamiPress – Button <= 1.0.7 - Authenticated(Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
The GamiPress – Button plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'gamipressbutton' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level and above permissions to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-2460?
CVE-2024-2460 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2460?
To fix CVE-2024-2460, update the GamiPress – Button plugin for WordPress to version 1.0.8 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-2460?
CVE-2024-2460 affects all versions of the GamiPress – Button plugin for WordPress up to and including 1.0.7.
What kind of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2024-2460?
CVE-2024-2460 allows for stored cross-site scripting attacks, enabling attackers to inject malicious scripts that can run in the context of a user's browser.
Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-2460?
No, CVE-2024-2460 can be exploited by unauthenticated users, making it particularly dangerous.