CVE-2021-24548
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24548 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The Mimetic Books WordPress plugin through 0.2.13 was vulnerable to Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in the "Default Publisher ID" field on the plugin's settings page.. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Mimetic Books WordPress plugin through 0.2.13 was vulnerable to Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in the "Default Publisher ID" field on the plugin's settings page.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mimetic | Mimetic Books | <= 0.2.13 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10660c95-d366-4152-9ce8-b57c57a2ec6cExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10660c95-d366-4152-9ce8-b57c57a2ec6cExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24548?
The Mimetic Books WordPress plugin through 0.2.13 was vulnerable to Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in the "Default Publisher ID" field on the plugin's settings page.
How severe is CVE-2021-24548?
CVE-2021-24548 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-2021-24548?
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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