CVE-2021-24880
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24880 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The SupportCandy WordPress plugin before 2.2.7 does not validate and escape the page attribute of its shortcode, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The SupportCandy WordPress plugin before 2.2.7 does not validate and escape the page attribute of its shortcode, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Supportcandy | Supportcandy | < 2.2.7 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/09226067-0289-4d4f-9450-6f2c2ba058a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/09226067-0289-4d4f-9450-6f2c2ba058a0Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24880?
The SupportCandy WordPress plugin before 2.2.7 does not validate and escape the page attribute of its shortcode, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
How severe is CVE-2021-24880?
CVE-2021-24880 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-2021-24880?
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-2021-24880?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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