CVE-2024-8968: MaxButtons < 9.8.1 - Admin+ Stored XSS via Text Color
The WordPress Button Plugin MaxButtons WordPress plugin before 9.8.1 does not sanitise and escape some of its 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 multisite setup).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8968?
CVE-2024-8968 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks by high privilege users.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8968?
To fix CVE-2024-8968, update the MaxButtons WordPress plugin to version 9.8.1 or later where the vulnerability has been resolved.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-8968?
CVE-2024-8968 affects users of the MaxButtons WordPress plugin versions prior to 9.8.1, particularly high privilege users like administrators.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-8968?
CVE-2024-8968 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability due to improper sanitization and escaping of settings in the MaxButtons plugin.
Can unprivileged users exploit CVE-2024-8968?
No, CVE-2024-8968 primarily allows high privilege users, such as administrators, to exploit the vulnerability even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.