CVE-2024-34566: WordPress Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) plugin <= 3.3.0 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published May 8, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget): from n/a through 3.3.0.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Vanderwijk Content Blocks Wordpress<3.3.1
Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)<=3.3.0
WordPress Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)<=3.3.0

Remediation

Information

Update to 3.3.1 or a higher version.

Event History

May 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:54 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-34566?

CVE-2024-34566 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-34566?

To fix CVE-2024-34566, update the Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) to at least version 3.3.1.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-34566?

CVE-2024-34566 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by improper input neutralization during web page generation.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-34566?

CVE-2024-34566 affects Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) versions up to and including 3.3.0.

5

What impact does CVE-2024-34566 have on users?

CVE-2024-34566 can allow attackers to inject malicious scripts, potentially compromising user data and session integrity.

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