CVE-2024-4567: Themify Shortcodes <= 2.0.9 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via themify_button Shortcode
The Themify Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's themifybutton shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.9 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-4567?
CVE-2024-4567 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on user data through stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4567?
To fix CVE-2024-4567, update the Themify Shortcodes plugin to version 2.1.0 or later for proper input sanitization and output escaping.
What versions of Themify Shortcodes are affected by CVE-2024-4567?
CVE-2024-4567 affects all versions of the Themify Shortcodes plugin up to and including version 2.0.9.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4567?
CVE-2024-4567 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that affects the themify_button shortcode.
Who is responsible for the Themify Shortcodes plugin vulnerability CVE-2024-4567?
The Themify Shortcodes plugin, developed by Themify, is responsible for the vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-4567.