CVE-2024-30439: WordPress Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft plugin <= 1.2.9 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Mar 29, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in BestWebSoft Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft: from n/a through 1.2.9.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Bestwebsoft Limit Attempts<=1.2.9

Remediation

Information

Update to 1.3.0 or a higher version.

Event History

Mar 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:19 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-30439?

CVE-2024-30439 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-30439?

To fix CVE-2024-30439, you should update the Limit Attempts plugin to the latest version beyond 1.2.9.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-30439?

CVE-2024-30439 affects Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft from the earliest version up to and including 1.2.9.

4

What is reflected cross-site scripting in the context of CVE-2024-30439?

Reflected cross-site scripting, as seen in CVE-2024-30439, allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in a user's browser.

5

Is CVE-2024-30439 a critical vulnerability?

While CVE-2024-30439 is serious due to the potential for XSS attacks, its exact criticality may vary based on the specific environment and usage.

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