CVE-2021-24552
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CVE-2021-24552 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Simple Events Calendar WordPress plugin through 1.4.0 does not sanitise, validate or escape the event_id POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement when deleting events, leading to an authenticated SQL injection issue. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Simple Events Calendar WordPress plugin through 1.4.0 does not sanitise, validate or escape the event_id POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement when deleting events, leading to an authenticated SQL injection issue
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Events Calendar Project | Simple Events Calendar | <= 1.4.0 |
References
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-simple-events-calendar/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3482a015-a5ed-4913-b516-9eae2b3f89dbExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-simple-events-calendar/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3482a015-a5ed-4913-b516-9eae2b3f89dbExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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