CVE-2024-3974: BuddyPress <= 12.4.0 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Thu May 09 2024(Updated: )
The BuddyPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘user_name’ parameter in versions up to, and including, 12.4.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BuddyPress | <=12.4.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3657384e-025a-44ad-8b7e-1a2fea17dcc3?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/buddypress/trunk/bp-members/bp-members-blocks.php#L347
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/buddypress/trunk/bp-members/bp-members-admin.php#L145
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3079691/buddypress
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3974?
CVE-2024-3974 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by authenticated attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3974?
To fix CVE-2024-3974, update the BuddyPress plugin to version 12.5.0 or higher, where the vulnerability has been addressed.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-3974?
Authenticated users with subscriber-level permissions in BuddyPress versions up to 12.4.0 are affected by CVE-2024-3974.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-3974?
CVE-2024-3974 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-3974?
The potential impacts of CVE-2024-3974 include unauthorized script execution in the context of the affected user, leading to data compromise or user session hijacking.
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