CVE-2024-8680: MailChimp for Wordpress <= 4.9.16 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via admin settings in all versions up to, and including, 4.9.16 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level permissions and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. This only affects multi-site installations and installations where unfilteredhtml has been disabled.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-8680?
CVE-2024-8680 has a medium severity level due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8680?
To fix CVE-2024-8680, update the MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPress plugin to the latest version beyond 4.9.16.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-8680?
CVE-2024-8680 affects all versions of the MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPress plugin up to and including 4.9.16.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-8680?
CVE-2024-8680 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can attackers exploit CVE-2024-8680 remotely?
Authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-8680 using the admin settings of the plugin.