PatchTheCVECVE-2024-29810: The thumb_url parameter of the AJAX call to the editimage_bwg action of admin-ajax.php is vulnerable to reflec
CVE-2024-29810 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting photo gallery. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The thumb_url parameter of the AJAX call to the editimage_bwg action of admin-ajax.php is vulnerable to reflected Cross Site Scripting. The value of the thumb_url parameter is embedded within an existing JavaScript within the response allowing arbitrary JavaScript to be inserted and executed. The attacker must target a an authenticated user with permissions to access this component to exploit this issue.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 65%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2024-03-26 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-29810?
photo gallery: upgrade to 1.8.22. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-29810 being exploited?
CVE-2024-29810 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-29810 affect?
CVE-2024-29810 affects photo gallery. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). The thumb_url parameter of the AJAX call to the editimage_bwg action of admin-ajax.php is vulnerable to reflected Cross Site Scripting. The value of the thumb_url parameter is embedded within an existing JavaScript within the response allow
How urgent is CVE-2024-29810?
Priority 33/100. Public exploit reference
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