CVE-2021-24396
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.47%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24396 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A pageid GET parameter of the GSEOR – WordPress SEO Plugin WordPress plugin through 1.3 is not sanitised, escaped or validated before inserting to a SQL statement, leading to SQL injection.. EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A pageid GET parameter of the GSEOR – WordPress SEO Plugin WordPress plugin through 1.3 is not sanitised, escaped or validated before inserting to a SQL statement, leading to SQL injection.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bestiaweb | Gseor | <= 1.3 |
References
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-gseor/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/28687291-2369-49e0-8905-dc4359454830Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-gseor/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/28687291-2369-49e0-8905-dc4359454830Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24396?
A pageid GET parameter of the GSEOR – WordPress SEO Plugin WordPress plugin through 1.3 is not sanitised, escaped or validated before inserting to a SQL statement, leading to SQL injection.
How severe is CVE-2021-24396?
CVE-2021-24396 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24396?
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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