Reflected XSS Vulnerability in Simplistic SEO
CVE-2024-51719

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
WordPress
Status
Simplistic Seo
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 November 2024

Summary

The vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit improper neutralization of input during web page generation, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in the Simplistic SEO plugin. This issue enables malicious users to inject arbitrary web scripts into the pages viewed by users, potentially compromising sensitive information or performing actions on behalf of legitimate users. It primarily affects versions prior to 2.3.0, necessitating immediate attention from users of this plugin to mitigate the inherent risks.

Affected Version(s)

Simplistic SEO <= 2.3.0

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/simplistic-...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

João Pedro Soares de Alcântara - Kinorth (Patchstack Alliance)
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