CVE-2024-12417

Simple Link Directory <= 8.4.0 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution

Description

The The Simple Link Directory plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 8.4.0. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.20%
Affected: quantumcloud Simple Link Directory
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b7112840-f190-4867-9408-c96408f28b7a?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/simple-link-directory/trunk/embed/qcopd-embed-link.php#L17
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3206971/simple-link-directory/trunk/embed/qcopd-embed-link.php

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12417?
CVE-2024-12417 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-12417?
To fix CVE-2024-12417, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-12417 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-12417 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-12417?
CVE-2024-12417 affects quantumcloud Simple Link Directory.
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