CVE-2024-51842

Summary

CVE-2024-51842 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting Sazzad Hu's Image Carousel Shortcode. The issue stems from improper neutralization of user input during web page generation. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into a victim's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities. This issue impacts versions of the Image Carousel Shortcode from n/a through 1.2. It is crucial that users upgrade to a patched version to mitigate the risk of XSS attacks.

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