CVE-2021-24312
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CVE-2021-24312 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The parameters $cache_path, $wp_cache_debug_ip, $wp_super_cache_front_page_text, $cache_scheduled_time, $cached_direct_pages used in the settings of WP Super Cache WordPress plugin before 1.7.3 result in RCE because they allow input of '$' and '\n'. This is due to an incomplete fix of CVE-2021-24209.. EPSS estimates a 1.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The parameters $cache_path, $wp_cache_debug_ip, $wp_super_cache_front_page_text, $cache_scheduled_time, $cached_direct_pages used in the settings of WP Super Cache WordPress plugin before 1.7.3 result in RCE because they allow input of '$' and '\n'. This is due to an incomplete fix of CVE-2021-24209.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Automattic | Wp Super Cache | < 1.7.3 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2142c3d3-9a7f-4e3c-8776-d469a355d62fExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2142c3d3-9a7f-4e3c-8776-d469a355d62fExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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