CVE-2021-24571
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24571 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The HD Quiz WordPress plugin before 1.8.4 does not escape some of its Answers before outputting them in attribute when generating the Quiz, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The HD Quiz WordPress plugin before 1.8.4 does not escape some of its Answers before outputting them in attribute when generating the Quiz, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Harmonicdesign | Hd Quiz | < 1.8.4 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/377fd65f-3a8c-4f7a-9e40-046d52ec0eefExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/377fd65f-3a8c-4f7a-9e40-046d52ec0eefExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24571?
The HD Quiz WordPress plugin before 1.8.4 does not escape some of its Answers before outputting them in attribute when generating the Quiz, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues
How severe is CVE-2021-24571?
CVE-2021-24571 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-2021-24571?
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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