CVE-2024-3245: EmbedPress – Embed PDF, Google Docs, Vimeo, Wistia, Embed YouTube Videos, Audios, Maps & Embed Any Documents in Gutenberg & Elementor <= 3.9.14 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Youtube Block
The EmbedPress – Embed PDF, Google Docs, Vimeo, Wistia, Embed YouTube Videos, Audios, Maps & Embed Any Documents in Gutenberg & Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's Youtube block in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.14 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3245?
CVE-2024-3245 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3245?
To fix CVE-2024-3245, update the EmbedPress plugin to version 3.9.15 or later.
Which versions of EmbedPress are affected by CVE-2024-3245?
CVE-2024-3245 affects all versions of EmbedPress up to and including 3.9.14.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-3245?
CVE-2024-3245 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability found in the EmbedPress plugin.
Can CVE-2024-3245 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-3245 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute scripts in the context of the user's session.