CVE-2021-24492
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CVE-2021-24492 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The hndtst_action_instance_callback AJAX call of the Handsome Testimonials & Reviews WordPress plugin before 2.1.1, available to any authenticated users, does not sanitise, validate or escape the hndtst_previewShortcodeInstanceId POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to an SQL Injection issue.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The hndtst_action_instance_callback AJAX call of the Handsome Testimonials & Reviews WordPress plugin before 2.1.1, available to any authenticated users, does not sanitise, validate or escape the hndtst_previewShortcodeInstanceId POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to an SQL Injection issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Handsome Testimonials \& Reviews Project | Handsome Testimonials \& Reviews | < 2.1.1 |
References
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-handsome-testimonials/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/42760007-0e59-4d45-8d64-86bc0b8daceaExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-handsome-testimonials/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/42760007-0e59-4d45-8d64-86bc0b8daceaExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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