CVE-2024-45456: WordPress WP Meta SEO plugin <= 4.5.13 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Sep 15, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in JoomUnited WP Meta SEO wp-meta-seo allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Meta SEO: from n/a through <= 4.5.13.

Affected Software

1 affected component
JoomUnited Wp Meta Seo Wordpress<4.5.14

Remediation

Information

Update to 4.5.14 or a higher version.

Event History

Sep 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:47 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:47 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45456?

CVE-2024-45456 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-45456?

To fix CVE-2024-45456, update WP Meta SEO to version 4.5.14 or later, which contains the necessary patches.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-45456?

CVE-2024-45456 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation leading to stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

4

Which versions of WP Meta SEO are affected by CVE-2024-45456?

CVE-2024-45456 affects WP Meta SEO versions from the earliest version up to and including 4.5.13.

5

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-45456?

The risks associated with CVE-2024-45456 include unauthorized script execution leading to potential data theft or site manipulation.

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