CVE-2021-24873
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24873 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Tutor LMS WordPress plugin before 1.9.11 does not sanitise and escape user input before outputting back in attributes in the Student Registration page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Tutor LMS WordPress plugin before 1.9.11 does not sanitise and escape user input before outputting back in attributes in the Student Registration page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Themeum | Tutor Lms | < 1.9.11 |
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2615802/tutorPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/19980b57-1954-4a29-b2c2-43eadf758ed3Third Party Advisory
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2615802/tutorPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/19980b57-1954-4a29-b2c2-43eadf758ed3Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24873?
The Tutor LMS WordPress plugin before 1.9.11 does not sanitise and escape user input before outputting back in attributes in the Student Registration page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue
How severe is CVE-2021-24873?
CVE-2021-24873 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24873?
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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