CVE-2021-24582
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24582 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The ThinkTwit WordPress plugin before 1.7.1 did not sanitise or escape its "Consumer key" setting before outputting it its settings page, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ThinkTwit WordPress plugin before 1.7.1 did not sanitise or escape its "Consumer key" setting before outputting it its settings page, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Thinktwit Project | Thinktwit | < 1.7.1 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5a5293ed-ddcb-4a63-9420-09942e7d69c2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5a5293ed-ddcb-4a63-9420-09942e7d69c2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24582?
The ThinkTwit WordPress plugin before 1.7.1 did not sanitise or escape its "Consumer key" setting before outputting it its settings page, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue.
How severe is CVE-2021-24582?
CVE-2021-24582 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24582?
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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