What is the severity of CVE-2024-44042?

CVE-2024-44042 has been identified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting.

How do I fix CVE-2024-44042?

To fix CVE-2024-44042, upgrade the WP Datepicker plugin to version 2.1.2 or later.

What types of issues does CVE-2024-44042 cause?

CVE-2024-44042 can lead to stored cross-site scripting attacks, allowing an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of the user's session.

What versions of WP Datepicker are affected by CVE-2024-44042?

CVE-2024-44042 affects WP Datepicker versions up to and including 2.1.1.

Is CVE-2024-44042 easy to exploit?

CVE-2024-44042 can be easily exploited by an attacker with access to certain web input forms, making it a significant security concern.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-44042

medium

5.9

CWE

6/10/2024

7/10/2024

CVE-2024-44042: WordPress WP Datepicker plugin <= 2.1.1 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

First published: Sun Oct 06 2024(Updated: )

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Fahad Mahmood WP Datepicker allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Datepicker: from n/a through 2.1.1.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WP Datepicker	<=2.1.1
WordPress WP Datepicker	<=2.1.1

Remedy

Update to 2.1.2 or a higher version.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-datepicker/wordpress-wp-datepicker-plugin-2-1-1-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-44042?
CVE-2024-44042 has been identified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44042?
To fix CVE-2024-44042, upgrade the WP Datepicker plugin to version 2.1.2 or later.
What types of issues does CVE-2024-44042 cause?
CVE-2024-44042 can lead to stored cross-site scripting attacks, allowing an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of the user's session.
What versions of WP Datepicker are affected by CVE-2024-44042?
CVE-2024-44042 affects WP Datepicker versions up to and including 2.1.1.
Is CVE-2024-44042 easy to exploit?
CVE-2024-44042 can be easily exploited by an attacker with access to certain web input forms, making it a significant security concern.

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