CVE-2021-24140
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24140 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Unvalidated input in the Ajax Load More WordPress plugin, versions before 5.3.2, lead to SQL Injection in POST /wp-admin/admin-ajax.php with param repeater=' or sleep(5)#&type=test.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unvalidated input in the Ajax Load More WordPress plugin, versions before 5.3.2, lead to SQL Injection in POST /wp-admin/admin-ajax.php with param repeater=' or sleep(5)#&type=test.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Connekthq | Ajax Load More | < 5.3.2 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1876312e-3dba-4909-97a5-afbb76fbc056Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1876312e-3dba-4909-97a5-afbb76fbc056Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24140?
Unvalidated input in the Ajax Load More WordPress plugin, versions before 5.3.2, lead to SQL Injection in POST /wp-admin/admin-ajax.php with param repeater=' or sleep(5)#&type=test.
How severe is CVE-2021-24140?
CVE-2021-24140 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24140?
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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