CVE-2024-8726

Summary

CVE-2024-8726 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the MailChimp Forms by MailMunch plugin for WordPress. Versions up to and including 3.2.3 are impacted by the issue. The vulnerability arises due to the plugin's use of add_query_arg without proper escaping, allowing unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts into pages. Successful exploitation occurs when users are tricked into performing specific actions, such as clicking on malicious links. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it can lead to unintended execution of malicious code and potential data breaches. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version of the plugin to mitigate this risk.

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