CVE-2024-2583

Public Exploit
Shortcodes Ultimate < 7.0.5 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Description

The WP Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate WordPress plugin before 7.0.5 does not properly escape some of its shortcodes attributes before they are echoed back to users, making it possible for users with the contributor role to conduct Stored XSS attacks.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/98d8c713-e8cd-4fad-a8fb-7a40db2742a2/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2583?
CVE-2024-2583 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-2583?
To fix CVE-2024-2583, 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-2024-2583 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-2583 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-2024-2583?
CVE-2024-2583 affects Unknown WP Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate.
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