CVE-2024-8854: Polls CP <= 1.0.75 - Admin+ Stored XSS via Custom Styles
The Polls CP WordPress plugin before 1.0.77 does not sanitise and escape some of its poll settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed (for example in multi site setup).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8854?
CVE-2024-8854 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8854?
To fix CVE-2024-8854, update the Polls CP WordPress plugin to version 1.0.77 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-8854?
CVE-2024-8854 affects users of the Polls CP WordPress plugin versions prior to 1.0.77, particularly those with high privilege roles like admin.
What type of attacks does CVE-2024-8854 facilitate?
CVE-2024-8854 facilitates Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
Is CVE-2024-8854 applicable to multi-site WordPress installations?
Yes, CVE-2024-8854 is applicable to multi-site WordPress installations even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.