CVE-2021-24783
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24783 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Post Expirator WordPress plugin before 2.6.0 does not have proper capability checks in place, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to schedule deletion of arbitrary posts.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Post Expirator WordPress plugin before 2.6.0 does not have proper capability checks in place, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to schedule deletion of arbitrary posts.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Publishpress | Post Expirator | < 2.6.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/de51b970-ab13-41a6-a479-a92cd0e70b71Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/de51b970-ab13-41a6-a479-a92cd0e70b71Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24783?
The Post Expirator WordPress plugin before 2.6.0 does not have proper capability checks in place, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to schedule deletion of arbitrary posts.
How severe is CVE-2021-24783?
CVE-2021-24783 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24783?
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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