CVE-2024-8718: Gravity Forms Toolbar <= 1.7.0 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Oct 1, 2024
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Updated

The Gravity Forms Toolbar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the 'tab' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Gravity Forms Toolbar<=1.7.0

Event History

Oct 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:30 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8718?

CVE-2024-8718 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via reflected cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8718?

To fix CVE-2024-8718, update the Gravity Forms Toolbar plugin to version 1.7.1 or later, where this vulnerability has been addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-8718?

CVE-2024-8718 affects all users of the Gravity Forms Toolbar plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.7.0.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-8718?

The vulnerability in CVE-2024-8718 is a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.

5

Can I exploit CVE-2024-8718 without authentication?

Yes, CVE-2024-8718 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers, making it particularly dangerous.

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