CVE-2024-5946 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the Squelch Tabs and Accordions Shortcodes WordPress plugin (versions up to 0.4.8). The vulnerability occurs due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, specifically in the ‘tab’ shortcode. Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level permissions or higher can inject arbitrary web scripts that execute when users access the compromised pages. This vulnerability can lead to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts but does not affect availability. No patch or official remediation has been disclosed yet.

An attacker with Contributor-level or higher access can inject persistent malicious scripts into pages using the vulnerable shortcode. These scripts execute in the context of users viewing the page, potentially leading to theft of session tokens, defacement, or other client-side impacts. The vulnerability does not impact system availability. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.4 reflects a medium severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required beyond viewing the page.

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict Contributor-level access to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the Squelch Tabs and Accordions Shortcodes plugin to prevent exploitation.