CVE-2024-9349: Auto Amazon Links – Amazon Associates Affiliate Plugin <= 5.4.2 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Fri Oct 04 2024(Updated: )
The Auto Amazon Links – Amazon Associates Affiliate Plugin 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, 5.4.2. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Michaeluno Auto Amazon Links | <5.4.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/7ebd4936-9d68-42cb-a427-a1db894b49ec?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/amazon-auto-links/tags/5.4.2/include/core/main/admin/report/http_request/AmazonAutoLinks_AdminPage_Tab_HTTPRequest.php#L133
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3161302%40amazon-auto-links&new=3161302%40amazon-auto-links&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=#file5
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9349?
CVE-2024-9349 has a severity rating that indicates potential risk due to its ability to facilitate Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9349?
To fix CVE-2024-9349, update the Auto Amazon Links plugin to version 5.4.3 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-9349?
CVE-2024-9349 affects all versions of the Auto Amazon Links plugin for WordPress up to and including version 5.4.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9349?
CVE-2024-9349 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by improper handling of URL parameters.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-9349?
Users of the Auto Amazon Links – Amazon Associates Affiliate Plugin plugin for WordPress who are running vulnerable versions are impacted by CVE-2024-9349.
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