Zookatron MyBookProgress Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

A stored cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the Zookatron MyBookProgress WordPress plugin, specifically in versions through 1.0.8. This vulnerability arises from improper input sanitization during web page generation, allowing malicious scripts to be injected and executed when users visit the affected page.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for stored cross-site scripting, where injected scripts are executed in the context of the user visiting the site.

Remediation

Users of the MyBookProgress by Stormhill Media WordPress plugin are advised to update to the latest version. For those unable to update immediately, a virtual patch is available through Patchstack to mitigate the vulnerability.