CVE-2024-12873
Custom Field Manager <= 1.0 - Reflected XSS Vulnerability
Record summary
CVE-2024-12873 has a selected CVSS score of 6.1 (medium); EIP currently links 1 Nuclei template.
Description
The Custom Field Manager WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin.
Exploitation context
Available material
- Nuclei templates
- 1
CISA SSVC decision
CISA Coordinator · SSVC 2.0.3 · Evaluated May 20, 2025 · Source: CVE List
Affected products and versions
1| Product | Source | Version range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Custom Field ManagerDefault status: affected | CVE List | Through 1.0 | affected |
Nuclei templates
1ProjectDiscoveryMEDIUMCustom Field Manager WordPress - Cross-Site ScriptingCVSS 6.1
Custom Field Manager WordPress plugin through 1.0 contains a reflected XSS caused by unsanitized and unescaped parameter output, letting attackers execute scripts against high privilege users such as admin, exploit requires crafted request.
Impact
Attackers can execute scripts in admin users' browsers, potentially leading to account compromise or unauthorized actions.
Remediation
Update to the latest version with proper sanitization and escaping.
Source: ProjectDiscovery