The WP MathJax plugin for WordPress, developed by Terry L., contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-53758. This vulnerability is due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, which can lead to the injection and persistent storage of malicious scripts. It affects all versions up to 1.0.1. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, requiring privileges and user interaction, with impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available to confirm remediation status.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected website, potentially leading to data disclosure, modification, or disruption of service. The impact affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability to a limited extent as indicated by the CVSS vector. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild.

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider disabling or removing the WP MathJax plugin if feasible, or apply any available temporary workarounds from the vendor. Avoid interacting with untrusted inputs that may be processed by the plugin.