CVE-2024-3972
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2024-3972 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The Similarity WordPress plugin through 3.0 does not have CSRF check in some places, and is missing sanitisation as well as escaping, which could allow attackers to make logged in admin add Stored XSS payloads via a CSRF attack. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Similarity WordPress plugin through 3.0 does not have CSRF check in some places, and is missing sanitisation as well as escaping, which could allow attackers to make logged in admin add Stored XSS payloads via a CSRF attack
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Davidjmiller | Similarity | <= 3.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/55dfb9b5-d590-478b-bd1f-d420b79037fa/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/55dfb9b5-d590-478b-bd1f-d420b79037fa/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-3972?
The Similarity WordPress plugin through 3.0 does not have CSRF check in some places, and is missing sanitisation as well as escaping, which could allow attackers to make logged in admin add Stored XSS payloads via a CSRF attack
How severe is CVE-2024-3972?
CVE-2024-3972 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3972?
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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