CVE-2024-9205: Maximum Products per User for WooCommerce <= 4.2.8 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Thu Oct 10 2024(Updated: )
The Maximum Products per User for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.8. 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wpfactory Maximum Products Per User For Woocommerce | <4.2.9 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/140c0d22-dc26-4100-a5c0-a2f8a6f98d97?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/maximum-products-per-user-for-woocommerce/tags/4.2.8/includes/class-alg-wc-mppu-users.php#L836
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3164534/maximum-products-per-user-for-woocommerce/tags/4.2.9/includes/class-alg-wc-mppu-users.php
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9205?
CVE-2024-9205 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of reflected Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9205?
To fix CVE-2024-9205, update the Maximum Products per User for WooCommerce plugin to version 4.2.9 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-9205?
CVE-2024-9205 affects all versions of the Maximum Products per User for WooCommerce plugin up to and including version 4.2.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9205?
CVE-2024-9205 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can unauthenticated attackers exploit CVE-2024-9205?
Yes, CVE-2024-9205 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers to execute malicious scripts.
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