CVE-2021-24868
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24868 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The Document Embedder WordPress plugin before 1.7.9 contains a AJAX action endpoint, which could allow any authenticated user, such as subscriber to enumerate the title of arbitrary private and draft posts.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Document Embedder WordPress plugin before 1.7.9 contains a AJAX action endpoint, which could allow any authenticated user, such as subscriber to enumerate the title of arbitrary private and draft posts.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bplugins | Document Embedder | < 1.7.9 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/45a43927-a427-46bc-9c61-e0b8532c8138Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/45a43927-a427-46bc-9c61-e0b8532c8138Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24868?
The Document Embedder WordPress plugin before 1.7.9 contains a AJAX action endpoint, which could allow any authenticated user, such as subscriber to enumerate the title of arbitrary private and draft posts.
How severe is CVE-2021-24868?
CVE-2021-24868 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24868?
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.
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