CVE-2024-56256

WordPress Embed PDF Viewer plugin <= 2.3.1 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Andy Fragen Embed PDF Viewer allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Embed PDF Viewer: from n/a through 2.3.1.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the WordPress Embed PDF Viewer wordpress plugin to the latest available version (at least 2.4.0).

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: Andy Fragen Embed PDF Viewer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/embed-pdf-viewer/vulnerability/wordpress-embed-pdf-viewer-plugin-2-3-1-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56256?
CVE-2024-56256 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-56256?
To fix CVE-2024-56256: Update the WordPress Embed PDF Viewer wordpress plugin to the latest available version (at least 2.4.0).
Is CVE-2024-56256 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-56256 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-2024-56256?
CVE-2024-56256 affects Andy Fragen Embed PDF Viewer.
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