weDevs ReCaptcha Integration for WordPress DOM-Based Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in the weDevs ReCaptcha Integration for WordPress, specifically in versions through 1.2.7. This issue allows for DOM-based XSS, where an attacker can inject malicious scripts that are executed in the context of the user's browser.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for cross-site scripting, where injected scripts are executed in the context of the user visiting the affected site. This could be used to inject malicious payloads such as redirects or advertisements.

Remediation

Users of the weDevs ReCaptcha Integration for WordPress should update to version 1.2.8 or later. Patchstack users can enable auto-update for vulnerable plugins.