CVE-2024-8662: The Koko Analytics plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_
CVE-2024-8662 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting koko analytics. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Koko Analytics plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.12. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 59%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2024-09-24 |
| 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-2024-8662?
koko analytics: upgrade to 1.3.13. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-8662 being exploited?
CVE-2024-8662 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-2024-8662 affect?
CVE-2024-8662 affects koko analytics. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). The Koko Analytics plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.12. This makes it possible for unauthe
How urgent is CVE-2024-8662?
Priority 32/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Software pages
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