CVE-2024-9881: LearnPress < 4.2.7.2 - Admin+ Stored XSS
First published: Thu Dec 12 2024(Updated: )
The LearnPress WordPress plugin before 4.2.7.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ThimPress LearnPress | <4.2.7.2 | |
| LearnPress | <4.2.7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9881?
CVE-2024-9881 is considered a high-risk vulnerability due to the potential for stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9881?
You can fix CVE-2024-9881 by updating the LearnPress plugin to version 4.2.7.2 or later.
Which versions of LearnPress are affected by CVE-2024-9881?
CVE-2024-9881 affects all versions of the LearnPress plugin prior to 4.2.7.2.
What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2024-9881?
CVE-2024-9881 can be exploited to perform stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-9881?
High privilege users, such as administrators, may be impacted by CVE-2024-9881 even in multisite setups.
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