CVE-2021-24297
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24297 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Goto WordPress theme before 2.1 did not properly sanitize the formvalue JSON POST parameter in its tl_filter AJAX action, leading to an unauthenticated Reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Goto WordPress theme before 2.1 did not properly sanitize the formvalue JSON POST parameter in its tl_filter AJAX action, leading to an unauthenticated Reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Boostifythemes | Goto | < 2.1 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a64a3b2e-7924-47aa-96e8-3aa02a6cdcccExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a64a3b2e-7924-47aa-96e8-3aa02a6cdcccExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24297?
The Goto WordPress theme before 2.1 did not properly sanitize the formvalue JSON POST parameter in its tl_filter AJAX action, leading to an unauthenticated Reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2021-24297?
CVE-2021-24297 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24297?
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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