CVE-2021-24788
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CVE-2021-24788 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Batch Cat WordPress plugin through 0.3 defines 3 custom AJAX actions, which both require authentication but are available for all roles. As a result, any authenticated user (including simple subscribers) can add/set/delete arbitrary categories to posts.. EPSS estimates a 0.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Batch Cat WordPress plugin through 0.3 defines 3 custom AJAX actions, which both require authentication but are available for all roles. As a result, any authenticated user (including simple subscribers) can add/set/delete arbitrary categories to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Batch Cat Project | Batch Cat | <= 0.3 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f8fdff8a-f158-46e8-94f1-f051a6c5608bExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f8fdff8a-f158-46e8-94f1-f051a6c5608bExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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