CVE-2024-8983: Custom Twitter Feeds < 2.2.3 - Admin+ Stored XSS

Published Oct 8, 2024
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Updated

Custom Twitter Feeds WordPress plugin before 2.2.3 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).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Smashballoon Custom Twitter Feeds Wordpress<2.2.3
Custom Twitter Feeds WordPress plugin<2.2.3

Event History

Oct 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8983?

CVE-2024-8983 has a high severity rating due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8983?

To fix CVE-2024-8983, update the Custom Twitter Feeds WordPress plugin to version 2.2.3 or later.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2024-8983 allow?

CVE-2024-8983 allows high privilege users to inject scripts through unfiltered settings in the plugin.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-8983?

Users of the Custom Twitter Feeds WordPress plugin prior to version 2.2.3 are affected by CVE-2024-8983.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2024-8983 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-8983 can lead to unauthorized script execution, compromising site integrity and user data.

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