CVE-2024-31306: WordPress Essential Blocks plugin <= 4.5.3 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Apr 7, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WPDeveloper Essential Blocks for Gutenberg allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Essential Blocks for Gutenberg: from n/a through 4.5.3.

Affected Software

3 affected components
WPDeveloper Essential Blocks Wordpress<4.5.4
WPDeveloper Essential Blocks for Gutenberg<4.5.3
WordPress Essential Blocks<4.5.3

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.5.4 or a higher version.

Event History

Apr 7, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:42 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-31306?

CVE-2024-31306 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-31306?

To fix CVE-2024-31306, update the Essential Blocks for Gutenberg plugin to version 4.5.4 or later.

3

What versions of Essential Blocks for Gutenberg are affected by CVE-2024-31306?

CVE-2024-31306 affects Essential Blocks for Gutenberg versions from n/a through 4.5.3.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-31306?

CVE-2024-31306 is an improper neutralization of input vulnerability that leads to stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

5

Who is the vendor for CVE-2024-31306?

The vendor for CVE-2024-31306 is WPDeveloper, the creator of the Essential Blocks for Gutenberg plugin.

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