CVE-2021-24804
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CVE-2021-24804 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Simple JWT Login WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not have nonce checks when saving its settings, allowing attackers to make a logged in admin changed them. Settings such as HMAC verification secret, account registering and default user roles can be updated, which could result in site takeover.. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Simple JWT Login WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not have nonce checks when saving its settings, allowing attackers to make a logged in admin changed them. Settings such as HMAC verification secret, account registering and default user roles can be updated, which could result in site takeover.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Jwt Login Project | Simple Jwt Login | < 3.2.1 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6f015e8e-462b-4ef7-a9a1-bb91e7d28e37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6f015e8e-462b-4ef7-a9a1-bb91e7d28e37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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