CVE-2021-24515
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24515 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Video Gallery WordPress plugin before 1.1.5 does not escape the Title and Description of the videos in a gallery before outputting them in attributes, leading to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Video Gallery WordPress plugin before 1.1.5 does not escape the Title and Description of the videos in a gallery before outputting them in attributes, leading to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Origincode | Video Gallery | < 1.1.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6bbea7fe-e966-406b-ad06-0206fcc6f0a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6bbea7fe-e966-406b-ad06-0206fcc6f0a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24515?
The Video Gallery WordPress plugin before 1.1.5 does not escape the Title and Description of the videos in a gallery before outputting them in attributes, leading to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues
How severe is CVE-2021-24515?
CVE-2021-24515 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24515?
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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