CVE-2024-22306 in Mang Board WP Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 01/31/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Hometory Mang Board WP allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Mang Board WP: from n/a through 1.7.7.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/15/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-22306 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the Hometory Mang Board WP plugin for WordPress platforms. This stored XSS vulnerability occurs during the web page generation process when user input is improperly neutralized, creating a persistent security risk that can affect multiple users. The vulnerability specifically impacts versions of the Mang Board WP plugin ranging from the initial release through version 1.7.7, indicating a long-standing issue that has not been adequately addressed in the affected software lineage.
The technical nature of this flaw stems from the plugin's failure to properly sanitize or escape user-supplied data before incorporating it into dynamically generated web pages. When malicious actors submit crafted input through the plugin's interface, this data gets stored in the application's database and subsequently rendered on web pages without adequate security measures. This stored data processing creates an ideal environment for attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the context of other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses improper neutralization of input during web page generation, making it a classic stored cross-site scripting vulnerability.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or session hijacking, as it can enable attackers to perform a wide range of malicious activities within the compromised environment. Users who view pages containing the malicious payloads could have their cookies stolen, potentially leading to unauthorized access to administrative functions or user accounts. Additionally, attackers could manipulate the displayed content to redirect users to malicious sites, install malware, or perform actions on behalf of authenticated users. The stored nature of this vulnerability means that the malicious code persists until manually removed, allowing attackers to maintain access to the compromised system for extended periods and potentially compromise multiple users over time.
Organizations and users running affected versions of the Mang Board WP plugin should immediately implement mitigation strategies to protect their systems. The most effective immediate solution involves upgrading to the latest version of the plugin where the XSS vulnerability has been patched and properly addressed. Administrators should also consider implementing additional security measures such as content security policies that can help prevent execution of unauthorized scripts, input validation mechanisms, and regular security audits of installed plugins. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining up-to-date software and implementing proper input sanitization practices as outlined in the ATT&CK framework's techniques for command and control through webshell execution and credential access through XSS attacks. Regular monitoring of plugin repositories and security advisories should be maintained to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors in the wild.