CVE-2024-13896

Public Exploit
WP-GeSHi-Highlight <= 1.4.3 - Author+ ReDoS

Description

The WP-GeSHi-Highlight — rock-solid syntax highlighting for 259 languages WordPress plugin through 1.4.3 processes user-supplied input as a regular expression via the wp_geshi_filter_replace_code() function, which could lead to Regular Expression Denial of Service (ReDoS) issue

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP-GeSHi-Highlight — rock-solid syntax highlighting for 259 languages
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b8b622ea-e090-45ad-8755-b050fc055231/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13896?
CVE-2024-13896 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-13896?
To fix CVE-2024-13896, 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-2024-13896 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-13896 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2024-13896?
CVE-2024-13896 affects Unknown WP-GeSHi-Highlight — rock-solid syntax highlighting for 259 languages.
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