CVE-2024-4208: Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks – Page Builder Features <= 3.2.37 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Typer Effect
First published: Wed May 15 2024(Updated: )
The Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP – Page Builder Features plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the typer effect in the advanced heading widget in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.37 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress Kadence Blocks | <=3.2.37 | |
| KadenceWP Gutenberg Blocks with AI | <3.2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4208?
The severity of CVE-2024-4208 is classified as a medium risk due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4208?
To fix CVE-2024-4208, update the Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP plugin to a version later than 3.2.37.
Which versions of Kadence WP Gutenberg Blocks are affected by CVE-2024-4208?
CVE-2024-4208 affects all versions of Kadence WP Gutenberg Blocks up to and including 3.2.37.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4208?
CVE-2024-4208 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
Can CVE-2024-4208 be exploited by attackers?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2024-4208 to inject malicious scripts in the advanced heading widget.
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