CVE-2021-24852
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24852 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The MouseWheel Smooth Scroll WordPress plugin before 5.7 does not have CSRF check in place on its settings page, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The MouseWheel Smooth Scroll WordPress plugin before 5.7 does not have CSRF check in place on its settings page, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mousewheel Smooth Scroll Project | Mousewheel Smooth Scroll | < 5.7 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1069fb40-44f0-468e-9fd4-7a0fb8cde5a5Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1069fb40-44f0-468e-9fd4-7a0fb8cde5a5Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24852?
The MouseWheel Smooth Scroll WordPress plugin before 5.7 does not have CSRF check in place on its settings page, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack
How severe is CVE-2021-24852?
CVE-2021-24852 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24852?
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-2021-24852?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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