CVE-2024-9371: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in wpmudev Branda – White Label & Branding, Free Login Page Customizer
The Branda – White Label & Branding, Custom Login Page Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of remove_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.19. 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
The Branda – White Label & Branding, Free Login Page Customizer plugin for WordPress suffers from a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. Specifically, the plugin uses the remove_query_arg function without appropriate escaping of URL parameters, enabling attackers to inject malicious scripts. This vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.4.19 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 affected website, potentially allowing attackers to steal user session data, perform actions on behalf of the user, or conduct phishing attacks. The vulnerability requires user interaction (clicking a crafted link) and does not grant direct system access or denial of service. The CVSS score of 6.1 reflects a medium impact on confidentiality and integrity with 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 released, users should exercise caution with links related to the affected plugin and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor the vendor's communications for updates on patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2024-9371: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in wpmudev Branda – White Label & Branding, Free Login Page Customizer
Description
The Branda – White Label & Branding, Custom Login Page Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of remove_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.19. 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
The Branda – White Label & Branding, Free Login Page Customizer plugin for WordPress suffers from a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. Specifically, the plugin uses the remove_query_arg function without appropriate escaping of URL parameters, enabling attackers to inject malicious scripts. This vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.4.19 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 affected website, potentially allowing attackers to steal user session data, perform actions on behalf of the user, or conduct phishing attacks. The vulnerability requires user interaction (clicking a crafted link) and does not grant direct system access or denial of service. The CVSS score of 6.1 reflects a medium impact on confidentiality and integrity with 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 released, users should exercise caution with links related to the affected plugin and consider disabling or removing the plugin if possible. Monitor the vendor's communications for updates on patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-09-30T20:33:20.622Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b4bb7ef31ef0b550fd3
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:11 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:40:42 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 12:50:12 AM
Views: 13
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