CVE-2024-2088
Nextscripts Social Networks Auto Poster vulnerability
- Published22 May 2024
Description
The NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 4.4.3 via the 'nxs_getExpSettings' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to extract sensitive data including social network API keys and secrets.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:NAffected products
Remediation
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/social-networks-auto-poster-facebook-twitter-g/trunk/inc/nxs_functions_wp.php#L620
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3084635/social-networks-auto-poster-facebook-twitter-g/trunk/inc/nxs_functions_wp.php?contextall=1
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/70724bc7-c1f4-4965-8bba-99b2ed21d34b?source=cve
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-2088 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-2088 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.34%.
How severe is CVE-2024-2088?
CVE-2024-2088 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.5, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-2088?
Affected products include Nextscripts Social Networks Auto Poster.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2088?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Nextscripts Social Networks Auto Poster 4.4.4 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.