DOM-Based Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Jetpack Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2024-10858

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
Jetpack
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 December 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

The Jetpack plugin for WordPress, specifically versions prior to 14.1, is susceptible to a serious flaw that allows for DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. This vulnerability arises from the plugin's failure to adequately verify the origin of post messages in its 13.x versions. Attackers can exploit this weakness to bypass security checks, potentially leading to the execution of malicious scripts on affected websites. This issue is significant for users of WordPress.com, as the affected environment facilitates these types of exploits without proper user consent or awareness. Website administrators using the plugin must update to the latest version to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Jetpack 13.0 < 14.1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-10858 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7fecba37-d718-4dd4-89f3-...
exploitvdb-entrytechnical-description

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Eldar (hakupiku)
WPScan
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