CVE-2021-24812
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24812 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The BetterLinks WordPress plugin before 1.2.6 does not sanitise and escape some of imported link fields, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues when an admin import a malicious CSV.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The BetterLinks WordPress plugin before 1.2.6 does not sanitise and escape some of imported link fields, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues when an admin import a malicious CSV.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wpdeveloper | Betterlinks | < 1.2.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6bc8fff1-ff10-4175-8a46-563f0f26f96aExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6bc8fff1-ff10-4175-8a46-563f0f26f96aExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24812?
The BetterLinks WordPress plugin before 1.2.6 does not sanitise and escape some of imported link fields, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues when an admin import a malicious CSV.
How severe is CVE-2021-24812?
CVE-2021-24812 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24812?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-24812?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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