CVE-2024-6346: Post Grid, Form Maker, Popup Maker, WooCommerce Blocks, Post Blocks, Post Carousel – Combo Blocks <= 2.2.85a - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via redirectURL Parameter of Date Countdown Widget
First published: Thu Aug 01 2024(Updated: )
The Gutenberg Blocks, Page Builder – ComboBlocks plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the redirectURL parameter of the Date Countdown widget, in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.85a 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Combo Blocks | <=2.2.85a | |
| PickPlugins ComboBlocks | <2.2.86 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1512d911-167f-4653-ab20-cb057b83dab1?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/post-grid/tags/2.2.84/includes/blocks/date-countdown/front-scripts.js#L117
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/post-grid/tags/2.2.84/includes/blocks/date-countdown/index.php#L283
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6346?
CVE-2024-6346 has a medium severity level due to its potential to execute stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6346?
To fix CVE-2024-6346, update the Gutenberg Blocks ComboBlocks plugin to the latest version beyond 2.2.85a.
What versions of ComboBlocks are affected by CVE-2024-6346?
CVE-2024-6346 affects all versions of the ComboBlocks plugin up to and including 2.2.85a.
What type of vulnerability is identified in CVE-2024-6346?
CVE-2024-6346 is identified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
Can exploiting CVE-2024-6346 lead to data theft?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2024-6346 can allow attackers to steal sensitive user data through stored cross-site scripting.
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