CVE-2021-24283
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24283 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The tab GET parameter of the settings page is not sanitised or escaped when being output back in an HTML attribute, leading to a reflected XSS issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The tab GET parameter of the settings page is not sanitised or escaped when being output back in an HTML attribute, leading to a reflected XSS issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pickplugins | Accordion | < 2.2.30 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6ccd9990-e15f-4800-b499-f7c74b480051Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6ccd9990-e15f-4800-b499-f7c74b480051Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24283?
The tab GET parameter of the settings page is not sanitised or escaped when being output back in an HTML attribute, leading to a reflected XSS issue.
How severe is CVE-2021-24283?
CVE-2021-24283 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24283?
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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