Description Preview
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-37959 is an Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in the Power BI Embedded for WordPress plugin developed by Atlas Public Policy. This vulnerability allows for Stored XSS attacks, affecting versions from n/a through 1.1.7 of the plugin.
Overview
This vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5, with a base severity of MEDIUM. It has a low attack complexity, requires user interaction, and has low impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79 - Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') and is categorized as CAPEC-592 Stored XSS.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users of the Power BI Embedded for WordPress plugin version 1.1.7 and below should update to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to a version where this vulnerability has been fixed to prevent potential exploitation.
References
- CVE-2024-37959 Details: CVE-2024-37959 Details
- Patchstack Vulnerability Database Entry: Patchstack Vulnerability Database
- CWE-79 Information: CWE-79 - Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation
- CAPEC-592 Information: CAPEC-592 Stored XSS
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
