CVE-2024-3956: Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields <= 3.2.1 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Pod Form Redirect URL
First published: Fri May 10 2024(Updated: )
The Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Pod Form widget in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.1 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pods Custom Content Types and Fields | <=3.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a0707c92-96e9-444a-8a13-52d49c9e3f5c?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/pods/tags/3.2.1/ui/front/form.php#L105
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3083418/pods/tags/3.1.4.1/includes/data.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3083418/pods/tags/3.1.4.1/ui/front/form.php
- https://pods.io/2024/05/08/pods-3-2-1-1-security-release/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3956?
CVE-2024-3956 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3956?
To fix CVE-2024-3956, update the Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields plugin to version 3.2.2 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-3956?
CVE-2024-3956 affects all versions of the Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields plugin up to and including version 3.2.1.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2024-3956 facilitate?
CVE-2024-3956 can facilitate Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks, allowing an attacker to inject malicious scripts into user content.
Who is primarily affected by CVE-2024-3956?
Users of the Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields plugin for WordPress who have not updated to version 3.2.2 or later are primarily affected by CVE-2024-3956.
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