CVE-2024-22293 in BP Profile Search Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 01/31/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Andrea Tarantini BP Profile Search allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects BP Profile Search: from n/a through 5.5.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/15/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-22293 represents a critical cross-site scripting weakness in the BP Profile Search plugin developed by Andrea Tarantini. This reflected XSS vulnerability occurs during the web page generation process when input parameters are not properly sanitized or neutralized before being incorporated into dynamic web content. The flaw enables attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially compromising user sessions and data confidentiality.
This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, specifically manifesting as a reflected XSS attack vector where malicious payloads are reflected off the web server back to the user's browser. The affected plugin version range indicates that all versions from the initial release through 5.5 are susceptible to this attack, suggesting a long-standing issue that has not been adequately addressed. The reflected nature of the vulnerability means that the malicious script is executed in the victim's browser when they click on a specially crafted link or visit a malicious page that triggers the vulnerable code path.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable session hijacking, credential theft, and redirection to malicious sites. Attackers can exploit this weakness to steal cookies, modify page content, redirect users to phishing sites, or perform actions on behalf of authenticated users. The vulnerability is particularly concerning in WordPress environments where user authentication is prevalent, as successful exploitation could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to user accounts and potentially escalate privileges within the application.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-22293 should prioritize immediate plugin updates to the latest available version that addresses the XSS vulnerability. System administrators should implement proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms to neutralize potentially malicious content before it is rendered in web pages. The implementation of Content Security Policy headers can provide additional protection against XSS attacks by restricting script execution sources. Additionally, regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other plugins and themes within the WordPress ecosystem. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious user agent strings or malicious payload patterns that could indicate attempted exploitation of this vulnerability.