CVE-2021-24917
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 71.53%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24917 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The WPS Hide Login WordPress plugin before 1.9.1 has a bug which allows to get the secret login page by setting a random referer string and making a request to /wp-admin/options.php as an unauthenticated user.. EPSS estimates a 71.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WPS Hide Login WordPress plugin before 1.9.1 has a bug which allows to get the secret login page by setting a random referer string and making a request to /wp-admin/options.php as an unauthenticated user.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpserveur | Wps Hide Login | < 1.9.1 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/support/topic/bypass-security-issue/Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/15bb711a-7d70-4891-b7a2-c473e3e8b375Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/support/topic/bypass-security-issue/Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/15bb711a-7d70-4891-b7a2-c473e3e8b375Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24917?
The WPS Hide Login WordPress plugin before 1.9.1 has a bug which allows to get the secret login page by setting a random referer string and making a request to /wp-admin/options.php as an unauthenticated user.
How severe is CVE-2021-24917?
CVE-2021-24917 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 71.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24917?
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-2021-24917?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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