CVE-2024-56261

WordPress Project Showcase plugin <= 1.1.1 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in GS Plugins Project Showcase allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Project Showcase: from n/a through 1.1.1.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the WordPress Project Showcase plugin to the latest available version (at least 1.1.2).

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: GS Plugins Project Showcase
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/gs-projects/vulnerability/wordpress-project-showcase-plugin-1-1-1-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56261?
CVE-2024-56261 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-56261?
To fix CVE-2024-56261: Update the WordPress Project Showcase plugin to the latest available version (at least 1.1.2).
Is CVE-2024-56261 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-56261 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-2024-56261?
CVE-2024-56261 affects GS Plugins Project Showcase.
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