CVE-2021-24723
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24723 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Reactions Lite WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly sanitize inputs within wp-admin pages, allowing users with sufficient access to inject XSS payloads within /wp-admin/ pages.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP Reactions Lite WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly sanitize inputs within wp-admin pages, allowing users with sufficient access to inject XSS payloads within /wp-admin/ pages.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wpreactions | Wp Reactions Lite | < 1.3.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0a46ae96-41e5-4b52-91c3-409f7387aeccExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0a46ae96-41e5-4b52-91c3-409f7387aeccExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24723?
The WP Reactions Lite WordPress plugin before 1.3.6 does not properly sanitize inputs within wp-admin pages, allowing users with sufficient access to inject XSS payloads within /wp-admin/ pages.
How severe is CVE-2021-24723?
CVE-2021-24723 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24723?
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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