Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Phlox Theme Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2024-1348
5.4MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Wordpress
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 2 May 2024
What is CVE-2024-1348?
The Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is susceptible to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability due to improper input sanitization and output escaping. This flaw allows authenticated attackers with contributor access or higher to embed malicious web scripts through the custom JS parameter. As a result, these scripts execute whenever a user accesses the compromised page, potentially compromising user data and site integrity. It is imperative for users of affected versions to apply security patches and enhance input handling practices to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.
Affected Version(s)
Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme * <= 2.15.5