CVE-2024-9608

Summary

CVE-2024-9608 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the MyParcel plugin for WordPress. The issue lies in the use of the function add_query_arg without proper escaping in the plugin's URL handling. This vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers who manage to trick users into clicking malicious links. Importantly, this issue only poses a threat when a WooCommerce store is configured for Belgium. Successful exploitation allows attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts into pages, potentially leading to data theft or site takeover. Users are strongly advised to update their MyParcel plugin to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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