CVE-2024-9428: Popup Builder < 4.3.5 - Admin+ Stored XSS
First published: Thu Dec 12 2024(Updated: )
The Popup Builder WordPress plugin before 4.3.5 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 unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Popup Builder | <4.3.5 | |
| Sygnoos Popup-builder | <4.3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9428?
CVE-2024-9428 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9428?
To fix CVE-2024-9428, upgrade the Popup Builder WordPress plugin to version 4.3.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-9428?
CVE-2024-9428 affects users of the Popup Builder WordPress plugin versions before 4.3.5.
What can attackers do with CVE-2024-9428?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-9428 to perform stored cross-site scripting attacks, potentially compromising user data.
What is the main issue with CVE-2024-9428?
The main issue with CVE-2024-9428 is the failure to sanitize and escape certain plugin settings, allowing high-privilege users to inject malicious scripts.
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