CVE-2024-8486: Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme <= 2.16.3 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Modern Heading and Icon Picker Widgets
The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘url’ parameter in the Modern Heading and Icon Picker widgets all versions up to, and including, 2.16.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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-2024-8486?
CVE-2024-8486 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8486?
To fix CVE-2024-8486, update the Phlox theme plugin for WordPress to a version later than 2.16.3 that has addressed the input sanitization issues.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2024-8486?
CVE-2024-8486 affects the Phlox theme plugin for WordPress, specifically versions up to and including 2.16.3.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-8486?
The potential impacts of CVE-2024-8486 include the possibility for attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of users' browsers.
Who is the vendor of the affected software for CVE-2024-8486?
The vendor of the affected software for CVE-2024-8486 is Phlox.