What is the severity of CVE-2024-30198?

CVE-2024-30198 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting.

How do I fix CVE-2024-30198?

To fix CVE-2024-30198, update BuddyForms to the latest version beyond 2.8.5 to ensure proper input handling.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-30198?

CVE-2024-30198 affects BuddyForms versions up to 2.8.5.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-30198?

CVE-2024-30198 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, categorized as a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

Is CVE-2024-30198 a concern for all BuddyForms users?

Yes, all users of BuddyForms version 2.8.5 and below should be concerned about CVE-2024-30198 due to the risk of reflected XSS attacks.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-30198

medium

5.8

CWE

EPSS

0.043%

27/3/2024

2/8/2024

CVE-2024-30198: WordPress Buddyforms plugin <= 2.8.5 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

First published: Wed Mar 27 2024(Updated: )

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in ThemeKraft BuddyForms allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects BuddyForms: from n/a through 2.8.5.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
BuddyForms	<=2.8.5
BuddyForms	<=2.8.5

Remedy

Update to 2.8.6 or a higher version.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/buddyforms/wordpress-buddyforms-plugin-2-8-5-reflected-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-30198?
CVE-2024-30198 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-30198?
To fix CVE-2024-30198, update BuddyForms to the latest version beyond 2.8.5 to ensure proper input handling.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-30198?
CVE-2024-30198 affects BuddyForms versions up to 2.8.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-30198?
CVE-2024-30198 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, categorized as a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Is CVE-2024-30198 a concern for all BuddyForms users?
Yes, all users of BuddyForms version 2.8.5 and below should be concerned about CVE-2024-30198 due to the risk of reflected XSS attacks.

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