CWE
79
EPSS
0.043%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-9651: Contact Form Plugin by Fluent Forms < 5.2.1 - Admin+ Stored XSS

First published: Mon Dec 09 2024(Updated: )

The Fluent Forms WordPress plugin before 5.2.1 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 unfiltered_html capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).

Credit: contact@wpscan.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fluent Forms<5.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-9651?

    CVE-2024-9651 has a high severity due to the risk of Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks affecting high privilege users.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-9651?

    To fix CVE-2024-9651, update the Fluent Forms WordPress plugin to version 5.2.1 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-9651?

    CVE-2024-9651 affects users of the Fluent Forms WordPress plugin prior to version 5.2.1, especially those with administrative privileges.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9651?

    CVE-2024-9651 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2024-9651 be exploited on multisite installations?

    Yes, CVE-2024-9651 can be exploited on multisite installations where the unfiltered_html capability is disabled.

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