CVE-2021-24844
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.48%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24844 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Affiliates Manager WordPress plugin before 2.8.7 does not validate the orderby parameter before using it in an SQL statement in the admin dashboard, leading to an SQL Injection issue. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Affiliates Manager WordPress plugin before 2.8.7 does not validate the orderby parameter before using it in an SQL statement in the admin dashboard, leading to an SQL Injection issue
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpaffiliatemanager | Affiliates Manager | < 2.8.7 |
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2611862/Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ebd6d13c-572e-4861-b7d1-a7a87332ce0dExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2611862/Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ebd6d13c-572e-4861-b7d1-a7a87332ce0dExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24844?
The Affiliates Manager WordPress plugin before 2.8.7 does not validate the orderby parameter before using it in an SQL statement in the admin dashboard, leading to an SQL Injection issue
How severe is CVE-2021-24844?
CVE-2021-24844 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24844?
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-2021-24844?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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