2024-11-26
This blog post summarizes the vulnerability (CVE-2024-11385) identified in the Pure CSS Circle Progress Bar plugin for WordPress.
Vulnerability Details:
Platform: WordPress
Version: Pure CSS Circle Progress Bar plugin <= 1.2
Vulnerability: Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Severity: Critical (Unauthenticated attackers can inject malicious scripts)
Date: November 21, 2024 (NVD Published Date)
What Undercode Says:
The Pure CSS Circle Progress Bar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to XSS due to insufficient input validation and output escaping. This allows attackers with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts into pages using the plugin’s shortcode. These scripts will execute whenever a user visits the affected page.
Recommendations:
Update the Pure CSS Circle Progress Bar plugin to version 1.3 or later (if available).
Remove the plugin if not actively used.
Implement security measures to restrict user access levels and prevent unauthorized script injection.
Please note: This information is for educational purposes only. It is recommended to consult with a security professional for further guidance.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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