How severe is CVE-2024-4974?

CVE-2024-4974 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2024-4974 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-4974?

CVE-2024-4974 affects Code-projects Simple Chat System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-4974?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-4974 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-4974 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-44531.

When was CVE-2024-4974 published?

CVE-2024-4974 was published on 2024-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-4974

CVE-2024-4974 is a low-severity vulnerability in Code-projects Simple Chat System with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.5)
CVSS v2: 4.0
CVSS v4: 5.3
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (38th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-44531
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Code-projects Simple Chat System
Published: 2024-05-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in code-projects Simple Chat System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /register.php. The manipulation of the argument name leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-264540.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-4974?: A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in code-projects Simple Chat System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /register.php. The manipulation of the argument name leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-264540.
How severe is CVE-2024-4974?: CVE-2024-4974 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-4974 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-4974?: CVE-2024-4974 affects Code-projects Simple Chat System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4974?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-4974 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-4974 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-44531.
When was CVE-2024-4974 published?: CVE-2024-4974 was published on 2024-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:code-projects:simple_chat_system:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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