CVE-2024-9028

Summary

CVE-2024-9028 identifies a vulnerability in the WP GPX Maps plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to and including 1.7.08, which allows for Stored Cross-Site Scripting due to inadequate input sanitization. Authenticated attackers with contributor-level access can exploit this flaw by injecting arbitrary web scripts into pages, which are executed when users access those pages. The vulnerability has a medium severity rating with a CVSS base score of 6.4, indicating potential risks to confidentiality and integrity, although the overall impact is considered low. To remediate this vulnerability, it is recommended that users update the plugin to the latest version that addresses these security issues. Organizations using this plugin should be aware of the risks posed by this vulnerability, particularly regarding user data exposure and potential site compromise.

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