CVE-2024-51712 in Jigoshop Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/09/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Visser Labs Jigoshop – Store Toolkit allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Jigoshop – Store Toolkit: from n/a through 1.4.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/28/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2024-51712 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the Visser Labs Jigoshop – Store Toolkit plugin for WordPress. This weakness falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, specifically manifesting as a reflected XSS vulnerability that occurs during web page generation processes. The flaw allows malicious actors to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially compromising the security of websites running vulnerable versions of the plugin.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input sanitization during the dynamic generation of web content. When the Jigoshop plugin processes user-supplied data through various parameters and input fields, it fails to adequately neutralize or escape potentially malicious content before incorporating it into HTML output. This oversight creates an environment where attacker-controlled input can be executed as scripts within the browser context of legitimate users. The reflected nature of the vulnerability indicates that the malicious script must be injected through external means such as crafted URLs or API calls, which are then reflected back to the user's browser.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable sophisticated attack vectors including session hijacking, credential theft, and redirection to malicious sites. Attackers can craft specially formatted requests that, when processed by the vulnerable plugin, will inject malicious JavaScript into the generated web pages. This allows for unauthorized access to user sessions, potential data exfiltration, and the ability to perform actions on behalf of authenticated users. The vulnerability affects all versions of the plugin from the initial release through version 1.4.0, indicating a prolonged period during which users were exposed to this security risk.
Organizations running WordPress sites with the affected Jigoshop plugin face significant security implications that align with ATT&CK technique T1566 for initial access through malicious content and T1071 for application layer protocol usage. The vulnerability creates a persistent threat vector that can be exploited by attackers without requiring elevated privileges, making it particularly dangerous for e-commerce environments where user data and transactions are processed. Security teams should prioritize immediate remediation efforts, as reflected XSS vulnerabilities can be exploited within minutes of discovery by automated scanning tools and manual attackers alike.
Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching to the latest available version of the Jigoshop – Store Toolkit plugin, which addresses the input sanitization issues. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the application code can prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in the future. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls may provide temporary defense, but should not replace proper code-level fixes. Regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar input validation weaknesses throughout the application stack. Organizations should also implement content security policies and monitor for unusual traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts.