CVE-2021-24138
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.23%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24138 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Unvalidated input in the AdRotate WordPress plugin, versions before 5.8.4, leads to Authenticated SQL injection via param "id". This requires an admin privileged user.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unvalidated input in the AdRotate WordPress plugin, versions before 5.8.4, leads to Authenticated SQL injection via param "id". This requires an admin privileged user.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ajdg | Adrotate | < 5.8.4 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/aafac655-3616-4b27-9d0f-1cbc2faf0151Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/aafac655-3616-4b27-9d0f-1cbc2faf0151Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24138?
Unvalidated input in the AdRotate WordPress plugin, versions before 5.8.4, leads to Authenticated SQL injection via param "id". This requires an admin privileged user.
How severe is CVE-2021-24138?
CVE-2021-24138 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24138?
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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