CVE-2024-3815: Newspaper <= 12.6.5 - Authenticated (Author+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Attachment Meta
The Newspaper theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via attachment meta in the archive page in all versions up to, and including, 12.6.5 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author-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-2024-3815?
CVE-2024-3815 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3815?
To fix CVE-2024-3815, update the Newspaper theme for WordPress to version 12.6.6 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-3815?
CVE-2024-3815 affects all versions of the Newspaper theme for WordPress up to and including version 12.6.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-3815?
CVE-2024-3815 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is responsible for the CVE-2024-3815 vulnerability?
The vulnerability CVE-2024-3815 was identified in the Newspaper theme developed by TagDiv.