CVE-2024-44051: WordPress Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) plugin <= 3.3.5 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) custom-post-widget allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget): from n/a through <= 3.3.5.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Vanderwijk Content Blocks Wordpress<3.3.6

Remediation

Information

Update to 3.3.6 or a higher version.

Event History

Sep 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-44051?

CVE-2024-44051 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-44051?

To remediate CVE-2024-44051, update the Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks plugin to version 3.3.6 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-44051?

CVE-2024-44051 affects users of the Johan van der Wijk Content Blocks plugin versions prior to 3.3.6.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-44051?

CVE-2024-44051 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, leading to a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2024-44051?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-44051 to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially compromising user data or sessions.

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