This section will introduce the topic of cybersecurity in WordPress plugins, emphasizing the critical role plugins play in enhancing website functionality. The introduction will set the stage by mentioning the widespread use of plugins and the consequent rise in security vulnerabilities, leading to the specific discussion of the CVE-2024-5595 vulnerability found in the Essential Blocks plugin.
CVE-2024-6408 – Slider by 10Web – Stored XSS – POC
CVE-2024-3901 – Genesis Blocks – Stored XSS to Admin Account Creation – POC
CVE-2024-7955 – Starbox – Stored XSS – POC

One of the latest vulnerabilities discovered is CVE-2024-7955, discovered in the popular Starbox plugin. This preserved XSS vulnerability poses a serious danger because it allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into a website, which could potentially lead to a complete account hijacking. In this article, we will take a detailed look at this vulnerability, its consequences, and the steps you can take to protect your WordPress site.
CVE-2024-7716 – GS Logo Slider Lite – Stored XSS to JS Backdoor Creation – POC

In the realm of WordPress plugins, security vulnerabilities can pose significant threats to website integrity and user safety. One such vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-7716, has been discovered in the GS Logo Slider Lite plugin. This Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code, leading to the creation of a backdoor that can compromise administrator accounts and overall site security.
Plugin Security Certification: “SEOPress – On-site SEO” – Version 8.0.1: Use SEO with Enhanced Security

SEOPress is a comprehensive WordPress SEO plugin that offers a robust suite of features designed to enhance your website’s search engine optimization. This plugin integrates seamlessly with all page builders and themes, providing an all-in-one solution for managing your SEO needs. With the inclusion of AI (GPT-4), SEOPress now automates the generation of meta titles, descriptions, and alternative texts for images, simplifying the optimization process and saving valuable time.
CVE-2024-7313 – Shield Security – Reflected XSS to Admin Account Creation – POC

As WordPress continues to be a popular choice for website management, the security of plugins becomes paramount. The latest security flaw, CVE-2024-7313, within the Shield Security plugin, underscores a troubling vulnerability: reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue not only threatens the integrity of the plugin but also poses a significant risk of unauthorized admin account creation. With Shield Security being a key component for safeguarding WordPress sites, this vulnerability highlights a critical need for immediate attention and remediation to protect against potential exploits.
CVE-2024-6487 – Inline Related Posts – Stored XSS to JS Backdoor Creation – POC

The digital landscape of WordPress plugins is fraught with security vulnerabilities that can jeopardize the integrity and safety of websites. A critical security flaw, CVE-2024-6487, has recently been uncovered in the Inline Related Posts plugin, allowing for the implementation of Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) that can lead to the creation of a JavaScript backdoor.
CVE-2024-6362 – Ultimate Blocks – Stored XSS to Admin Account Creation – POC

In the dynamic world of WordPress plugins, security vulnerabilities can have significant impacts on the safety and functionality of websites. One such critical issue has been identified in the Ultimate Blocks plugin, assigned CVE-2024-6362. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) to create admin accounts through malicious JavaScript code.
CVE-2024-6490 – Master Slider – CSRF to slider deletion – POC

In the ever-evolving landscape of WordPress security, plugins often introduce as much risk as they do functionality. A recent discovery in the Master Slider plugin, a popular choice among WordPress users for creating responsive image and content sliders, underscores this issue vividly. This article delves into a critical CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) vulnerability identified in the plugin, labeled under CVE-2024-6490, which allows attackers to delete sliders without authorization.