CVE-2024-1956
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2024-1956 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The wpb-show-core WordPress plugin before 2.7 does not sanitise and escape the parameters before outputting it back in the response of an unauthenticated request, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The wpb-show-core WordPress plugin before 2.7 does not sanitise and escape the parameters before outputting it back in the response of an unauthenticated request, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wpb Show Core Project | Wpb Show Core | < 2.7 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d7034ac2-0098-48d2-9ba9-87e09b178f7d/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d7034ac2-0098-48d2-9ba9-87e09b178f7d/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-1956?
The wpb-show-core WordPress plugin before 2.7 does not sanitise and escape the parameters before outputting it back in the response of an unauthenticated request, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
How severe is CVE-2024-1956?
CVE-2024-1956 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1956?
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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