CVE-2024-5819: Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP – Page Builder Features <= 3.2.45 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored DOM-Based Cross-Site Scripting via HTML Data Attributes
The Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP – Page Builder Features plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to DOM-based Stored Cross-Site Scripting via HTML data attributes in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.45 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-2024-5819?
CVE-2024-5819 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for DOM-based Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5819?
To fix CVE-2024-5819, update the Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP plugin to version 3.2.46 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-5819?
All users of the Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP plugin up to and including version 3.2.45 are affected by CVE-2024-5819.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5819?
CVE-2024-5819 is a DOM-based Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that arises from insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2024-5819?
Exploiting CVE-2024-5819 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user’s browser, potentially compromising user data.