CVE-2024-9208: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in upress Enable Accessibility
The Enable Accessibility plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg & remove_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-9208 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in the Enable Accessibility plugin for WordPress. The issue arises from the use of add_query_arg and remove_query_arg functions without proper escaping of URL parameters, enabling injection of malicious scripts. This vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.4.1 and can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers who trick users into clicking malicious links, leading to script execution in the context of the affected site.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to the execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of the vulnerable website, potentially allowing attackers to steal user session data, perform actions on behalf of users, or conduct phishing attacks. The vulnerability requires user interaction (clicking a crafted link) and does not require privileges or authentication. The CVSS vector indicates low attack complexity and no privileges required, with partial impact on confidentiality and integrity but no impact on availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution with links related to the Enable Accessibility plugin and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply any official patches promptly once released.
CVE-2024-9208: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in upress Enable Accessibility
Description
The Enable Accessibility plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg & remove_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-9208 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in the Enable Accessibility plugin for WordPress. The issue arises from the use of add_query_arg and remove_query_arg functions without proper escaping of URL parameters, enabling injection of malicious scripts. This vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.4.1 and can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers who trick users into clicking malicious links, leading to script execution in the context of the affected site.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to the execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of the vulnerable website, potentially allowing attackers to steal user session data, perform actions on behalf of users, or conduct phishing attacks. The vulnerability requires user interaction (clicking a crafted link) and does not require privileges or authentication. The CVSS vector indicates low attack complexity and no privileges required, with partial impact on confidentiality and integrity but no impact on availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution with links related to the Enable Accessibility plugin and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply any official patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-09-26T15:03:34.386Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b43b7ef31ef0b5509a5
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:03 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:37:47 AM
Last updated: 4/11/2026, 11:27:32 PM
Views: 12
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