CVE-2021-24298
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 3.45%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24298 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The method and share GET parameters of the Giveaway pages were not sanitised, validated or escaped before being output back in the pages, thus leading to reflected XSS. EPSS estimates a 3.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The method and share GET parameters of the Giveaway pages were not sanitised, validated or escaped before being output back in the pages, thus leading to reflected XSS
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ibenic | Simple Giveaways | < 2.36.2 |
References
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-giveasap-xss/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/30aebded-3eb3-4dda-90b5-12de5e622c91Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-giveasap-xss/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/30aebded-3eb3-4dda-90b5-12de5e622c91Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24298?
The method and share GET parameters of the Giveaway pages were not sanitised, validated or escaped before being output back in the pages, thus leading to reflected XSS
How severe is CVE-2021-24298?
CVE-2021-24298 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24298?
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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