CVE-2024-37489: WordPress Ocean Extra plugin <= 2.2.9 - Authenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
Published Jul 21, 2024
·Updated
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in OceanWP Ocean Extra allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Ocean Extra: from n/a through 2.2.9.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Oceanwp Ocean Extra WordPress<2.3.0
Remediation
Information
Update to 2.3.0 or a higher version.
Event History
Jul 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:29 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:29 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-37489?
CVE-2024-37489 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow stored cross-site scripting (XSS).
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-37489?
To fix CVE-2024-37489, update the Ocean Extra plugin to version 2.3.0 or later immediately.
3
What versions of Ocean Extra are affected by CVE-2024-37489?
CVE-2024-37489 affects all versions of Ocean Extra up to and including 2.2.9.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-37489?
CVE-2024-37489 is an improper neutralization of input vulnerability that leads to stored cross-site scripting (XSS).
5
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-37489?
Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2024-37489.