CVE-2024-8703

Public Exploit
Z-Downloads < 1.11.6 - Unauthenticated Stored XSS

Description

The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.6 does not sanitise and escape some parameters when outputting them in the page, which could allow unauthenticated visitors to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks when accessing share URLs.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Z-Downloads
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/604e990e-9bec-469e-8630-605eea74e12c/ third party advisory technical description exploit vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8703?
CVE-2024-8703 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8703?
To fix CVE-2024-8703, 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-2024-8703 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-8703 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-2024-8703?
CVE-2024-8703 affects Unknown Z-Downloads.
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