Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions:
Code Embed plugin for WordPress versions up to, and including, 2.4
Description:
The issue is related to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's script embed functionality due to insufficient restrictions on who can utilize the functionality. This allows authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Recommendations:
For Code Embed plugin for WordPress versions up to, and including, 2.4: Update to the latest patched version as soon as possible to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, consider monitoring for signs of compromise.