What is the severity of CVE-2024-56237?

CVE-2024-56237 is classified as a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Contest Gallery.

How do I fix CVE-2024-56237?

To fix CVE-2024-56237, update Contest Gallery to version 24.0.4 or later.

What software versions are affected by CVE-2024-56237?

CVE-2024-56237 affects all versions of Contest Gallery up to and including 24.0.3.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-56237?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-56237 include unauthorized script execution, which can lead to data theft and user session hijacking.

Who is impacted by CVE-2024-56237?

Users and administrators of the Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress versions up to 24.0.3 are impacted by CVE-2024-56237.

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CVE-2024-56237

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5.9

CWE

2/1/2025

CVE-2024-56237: WordPress Contest Gallery plugin <= 24.0.3 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

First published: Thu Jan 02 2025(Updated: )

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Contest Gallery Contest Gallery allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Contest Gallery: from n/a through 24.0.3.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Contest Gallery	<=24.0.3
WordPress Contest Gallery	<=24.0.3

Remedy

Update the WordPress Contest Gallery plugin to the latest available version (at least 24.0.4).

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/contest-gallery/vulnerability/wordpress-contest-gallery-plugin-24-0-3-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56237?
CVE-2024-56237 is classified as a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Contest Gallery.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56237?
To fix CVE-2024-56237, update Contest Gallery to version 24.0.4 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2024-56237?
CVE-2024-56237 affects all versions of Contest Gallery up to and including 24.0.3.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-56237?
The potential impacts of CVE-2024-56237 include unauthorized script execution, which can lead to data theft and user session hijacking.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-56237?
Users and administrators of the Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress versions up to 24.0.3 are impacted by CVE-2024-56237.

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