CVE-2024-2729
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2024-2729 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Otter Blocks WordPress plugin before 2.6.6 does not properly escape its mainHeadings blocks' attribute before appending it to the final rendered block, allowing contributors to conduct Stored XSS attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Otter Blocks WordPress plugin before 2.6.6 does not properly escape its mainHeadings blocks' attribute before appending it to the final rendered block, allowing contributors to conduct Stored XSS 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Themeisle | Otter Blocks | < 2.6.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5014f886-020e-49d1-96a5-2159eed8ba14/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5014f886-020e-49d1-96a5-2159eed8ba14/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-2729?
The Otter Blocks WordPress plugin before 2.6.6 does not properly escape its mainHeadings blocks' attribute before appending it to the final rendered block, allowing contributors to conduct Stored XSS attacks.
How severe is CVE-2024-2729?
CVE-2024-2729 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2729?
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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