CVE-2024-4316: EmbedPress Embed PDF, Google Docs, Vimeo, Wistia, Embed YouTube Videos, Audios, Maps & Embed Any Documents in Gutenberg & Elementor <= 3.9.16 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via id Parameter
The EmbedPress – Embed PDF, Google Docs, Vimeo, Wistia, Embed YouTube Videos, Audios, Maps & Embed Any Documents in Gutenberg & Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘id’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.16 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
wordpress/plugin/embedpressto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.9.16Patch Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via id Parameter
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4316?
CVE-2024-4316 has a high severity due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4316?
To fix CVE-2024-4316, update the EmbedPress plugin to version 3.9.17 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-4316?
CVE-2024-4316 affects all versions of the EmbedPress plugin up to and including version 3.9.16.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4316?
CVE-2024-4316 is classified as a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is the vendor for the affected software in CVE-2024-4316?
The vendor for the affected software in CVE-2024-4316 is WPDeveloper.