CVE-2024-4041: Yoast SEO <= 22.5 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Thu May 09 2024(Updated: )
The Yoast SEO plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via URLs in all versions up to, and including, 22.5 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Yoast Local SEO | <=22.5 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/4e04b161-3cd0-454d-869c-56f42bd8afb0?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wordpress-seo/trunk/src/helpers/short-link-helper.php#L105
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wordpress-seo/trunk/src/helpers/short-link-helper.php#L45
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wordpress-seo/trunk/inc/class-wpseo-shortlinker.php#L20
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wordpress-seo/trunk/inc/class-wpseo-admin-bar-menu.php#L601
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3078555/wordpress-seo/trunk#file129
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4041?
CVE-2024-4041 has a medium severity level due to its potential for exploitation through reflected cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4041?
To fix CVE-2024-4041, update the Yoast SEO plugin to version 22.6 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-4041?
CVE-2024-4041 affects all versions of the Yoast SEO plugin for WordPress up to and including version 22.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4041?
CVE-2024-4041 is a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to insufficient input sanitization.
Can unprivileged users exploit CVE-2024-4041?
Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-4041 to inject arbitrary web scripts.
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