Security

WordPress, a leading content management system, is widely used for creating websites due to its flexibility and extensive plugin ecosystem. However, the same extensibility that makes WordPress powerful also introduces potential security risks. One such critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-0756, has been discovered in the “Insert or Embed Articulate Content” plugin. This vulnerability enables attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting (XSS) and iframe injection attacks, compromising user accounts and site integrity. This article explores the discovery, exploitation, and potential impact of CVE-2024-0756, alongside best practices for securing WordPress sites.

In the realm of web development, security vulnerabilities can have far-reaching impacts, potentially jeopardizing the integrity and safety of websites. One such vulnerability, CVE-2024-3288, has been identified in the Logo Slider plugin for WordPress. This plugin, widely used for showcasing logos of clients, partners, and sponsors, is vulnerable to Stored XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) attacks. This article explores the discovery, understanding, exploitation, and mitigation of this vulnerability, emphasizing its implications for WordPress site security.

In recent times, WordPress has become a predominant platform for website development due to its user-friendly interface and extensive plugin ecosystem. However, this popularity also makes it a prime target for security vulnerabilities. One such critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-0757, allows remote code execution (RCE) through insecure file uploads in a zip archive by users with contributor rights in Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin. This article delves into the discovery, exploitation, and potential impact of this vulnerability, along with recommendations for securing WordPress installations.

In the ever-evolving landscape of web security, the discovery of new vulnerabilities is a constant reminder of the necessity for vigilance. Recently, during the testing of the widely-used WP-Staging | Migration Backup Restore plugin for WordPress, a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-4469, was identified. This vulnerability poses significant risks, as it can be exploited to scan local ports on the host server, potentially leading to further security breaches.

In the ever-evolving landscape of web security, vulnerabilities in popular plugins can have widespread and severe consequences. A recent vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-4057, has been discovered in the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin, a widely used tool with over 400,000 active installations. This critical-high vulnerability allows attackers to execute Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, leading to admin account creation and potentially compromising the entire website.

In today’s digital age, security vulnerabilities in web applications can lead to severe consequences, including unauthorized access, data breaches, and loss of trust. One such critical vulnerability is the Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack. This article explores a newly discovered Stored XSS vulnerability in the “Button Contact VR” WordPress plugin, identified as CVE-2024-2220. This flaw can allow attackers to embed malicious scripts, creating backdoors for account takeover, posing significant risks to website integrity and user data. (if an attacker has previously hijacked an administrator or editor account, he can plant a backdoor to regain access back).

In a recent security assessment, a critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-4372, was discovered within the Carousel Slider WordPress plugin. This flaw exposes an alarming risk of Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), paving the way for unauthorized access and potential website compromise. (if an attacker has previously hijacked an administrator or editor account, he can plant a backdoor to regain access back).