CVE-2021-20714
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 2.63%
Last modified
CVE-2021-20714 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Directory traversal vulnerability in WP Fastest Cache versions prior to 0.9.1.7 allows a remote attacker with administrator privileges to delete arbitrary files on the server via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 2.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in WP Fastest Cache versions prior to 0.9.1.7 allows a remote attacker with administrator privileges to delete arbitrary files on the server via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpfastestcache | Wp Fastest Cache | < 0.9.1.7 |
References
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN35240327/index.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN35240327/index.htmlThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-20714?
Directory traversal vulnerability in WP Fastest Cache versions prior to 0.9.1.7 allows a remote attacker with administrator privileges to delete arbitrary files on the server via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2021-20714?
CVE-2021-20714 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-20714?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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