CVE-2024-56259: WordPress GeoDirectory plugin <= 2.3.84 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Jan 2, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Paolo GeoDirectory geodirectory allows Stored XSS.This issue affects GeoDirectory: from n/a through <= 2.3.84.

Affected Software

3 affected components
AyeCode GeoDirectory<=2.3.84
WordPress GeoDirectory plugin<=2.3.84
AyeCode Geodirectory Wordpress<2.3.85

Remediation

Information

Update the WordPress GeoDirectory plugin to the latest available version (at least 2.3.85).

Event History

Jan 2, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56259?

CVE-2024-56259 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56259?

To fix CVE-2024-56259, update the AyeCode GeoDirectory plugin to version 2.3.85 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56259?

CVE-2024-56259 is an improper neutralization of input during web page generation vulnerability, commonly known as Cross-site Scripting (XSS).

4

Which versions of GeoDirectory are affected by CVE-2024-56259?

CVE-2024-56259 affects GeoDirectory versions from n/a up to and including 2.3.84.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2024-56259?

Exploiting CVE-2024-56259 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking or data theft.

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