CVE-2021-24658
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24658 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Erident Custom Login and Dashboard WordPress plugin before 3.5.9 did not properly sanitise its settings, allowing high privilege users to use XSS payloads in them (even when the unfileted_html is disabled). EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Erident Custom Login and Dashboard WordPress plugin before 3.5.9 did not properly sanitise its settings, allowing high privilege users to use XSS payloads in them (even when the unfileted_html is disabled)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Erident Custom Login And Dashboard Project | Erident Custom Login And Dashboard | < 3.5.9 |
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2507516Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ec70f02b-02a1-4511-949e-68f2d9d37ca8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2507516Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ec70f02b-02a1-4511-949e-68f2d9d37ca8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24658?
The Erident Custom Login and Dashboard WordPress plugin before 3.5.9 did not properly sanitise its settings, allowing high privilege users to use XSS payloads in them (even when the unfileted_html is disabled)
How severe is CVE-2021-24658?
CVE-2021-24658 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24658?
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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