CVE-2024-3261: Strong Testimonials < 3.1.12 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Published Apr 24, 2024
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Updated

The Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin before 3.1.12 does not validate and escape some of its Testimonial fields before outputting them back in a page/post, which could allow users with the contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks. The attack requires a specific view to be performed

Affected Software

2 affected components
Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin<3.1.12
WPChill Strong Testimonials Wordpress<3.1.12

Event History

Apr 24, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-3261?

CVE-2024-3261 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for enabling Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-3261?

To fix CVE-2024-3261, update the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin to version 3.1.12 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-3261?

Users with the contributor role and above are affected by CVE-2024-3261 as they can exploit the stored XSS vulnerability.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-3261?

CVE-2024-3261 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin.

5

What versions are affected by CVE-2024-3261?

CVE-2024-3261 affects Strong Testimonials WordPress plugin versions before 3.1.12.

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