CVE-2024-2509: Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks < 3.2.26 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Published Apr 5, 2024
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Updated

The Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks WordPress plugin before 3.2.26 does not validate and escape some of its block options before outputting them back in a page/post where the block is embed, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kadence Blocks Gutenberg Blocks<3.2.26
Kadencewp Gutenberg Blocks With Ai Wordpress<3.2.26

Event History

Apr 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2509?

The severity of CVE-2024-2509 is considered to be high due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-2509?

To fix CVE-2024-2509, update the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin to version 3.2.26 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-2509?

Users with the contributor role and above in WordPress are potentially affected by CVE-2024-2509.

4

What is the cause of CVE-2024-2509?

CVE-2024-2509 is caused by the lack of validation and escaping of block options in the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks WordPress plugin.

5

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2024-2509?

CVE-2024-2509 allows for Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks which can compromise the security of the WordPress site.

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