CVE-2024-5259: MultiVendorX Marketplace – WooCommerce MultiVendor Marketplace Solution <= 4.1.11 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via hover_animation Parameter
The MultiVendorX Marketplace – WooCommerce MultiVendor Marketplace Solution plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘hoveranimation’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 4.1.11 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-5259?
CVE-2024-5259 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5259?
To fix CVE-2024-5259, you should update the MultiVendorX Marketplace plugin to version 4.1.12 or higher.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-5259?
All versions of the MultiVendorX Marketplace plugin up to and including 4.1.11 are affected by CVE-2024-5259.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5259?
CVE-2024-5259 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
Can CVE-2024-5259 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-5259 can be exploited remotely, which allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of the user’s browser.