CVE-2024-1273
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2024-1273 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Starbox WordPress plugin before 3.5.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Starbox WordPress plugin before 3.5.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Squirrly | Starbox | < 3.5.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9784d7c8-e3aa-42af-ace8-5b2b37ebc9cb/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9784d7c8-e3aa-42af-ace8-5b2b37ebc9cb/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-1273?
The Starbox WordPress plugin before 3.5.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
How severe is CVE-2024-1273?
CVE-2024-1273 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1273?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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