CVE-2024-2542: Jotform Online Forms <= 1.3.1 - Authenticated(Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
The Jotform Online Forms – Drag & Drop Form Builder, Securely Embed Contact Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's shortcode(s) in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. CVE-2024-32527 is likely a duplicate of this issue.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-2542?
CVE-2024-2542 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2542?
To fix CVE-2024-2542, update the Jotform Online Forms plugin to the latest version above 1.3.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-2542?
Users of Jotform Online Forms version 1.3.1 and below are affected by CVE-2024-2542.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2542?
CVE-2024-2542 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What should I do if I cannot update Jotform to fix CVE-2024-2542?
If you cannot update Jotform to fix CVE-2024-2542, disable the plugin and consider using a different form solution until the vulnerability is resolved.