CVE-2024-6518: fluentform <= 5.1.19 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Sat Jul 27 2024(Updated: )
The Contact Form Plugin by Fluent Forms for Quiz, Survey, and Drag & Drop WP Form Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in all versions up to, and including, 5.1.19 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluent Forms | <5.1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6518?
CVE-2024-6518 has a high severity rating due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6518?
To fix CVE-2024-6518, update the Fluent Forms plugin to version 5.1.20 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-6518?
CVE-2024-6518 affects all versions of the Fluent Forms plugin up to and including 5.1.19.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2024-6518?
The vulnerability in CVE-2024-6518 is caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the plugin.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-6518?
Users of the Fluent Forms plugin for WordPress up to version 5.1.19 are impacted by CVE-2024-6518.
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