CVE-2021-24478
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24478 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The Bookshelf WordPress plugin through 2.0.4 does not sanitise or escape its "Paypal email address" setting before outputting it in the page, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Bookshelf WordPress plugin through 2.0.4 does not sanitise or escape its "Paypal email address" setting before outputting it in the page, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bookshelf Project | Bookshelf | <= 2.0.4 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c73818e5-0734-46c9-9703-d211b4f58664Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c73818e5-0734-46c9-9703-d211b4f58664Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24478?
The Bookshelf WordPress plugin through 2.0.4 does not sanitise or escape its "Paypal email address" setting before outputting it in the page, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue
How severe is CVE-2021-24478?
CVE-2021-24478 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-2021-24478?
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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