CVE-2024-4977

Public Exploit
Index WP MySQL For Speed < 1.4.18 - Admin+ Reflected XSS

Description

The Index WP MySQL For Speed WordPress plugin before 1.4.18 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.26%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Index WP MySQL For Speed
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/89791a80-5cff-4a1a-8163-94b5be4081a5/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4977?
CVE-2024-4977 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-4977?
To fix CVE-2024-4977, 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-2024-4977 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-4977 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-2024-4977?
CVE-2024-4977 affects Unknown Index WP MySQL For Speed.
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