CVE-2021-24921
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.79%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24921 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Advanced Database Cleaner WordPress plugin before 3.0.4 does not sanitise and escape $_GET keys and values before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Advanced Database Cleaner WordPress plugin before 3.0.4 does not sanitise and escape $_GET keys and values before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sigmaplugin | Advanced Database Cleaner | < 3.0.4 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/43ab0997-4d15-4ff7-af41-7b528b0ba3c7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/43ab0997-4d15-4ff7-af41-7b528b0ba3c7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24921?
The Advanced Database Cleaner WordPress plugin before 3.0.4 does not sanitise and escape $_GET keys and values before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
How severe is CVE-2021-24921?
CVE-2021-24921 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24921?
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-2021-24921?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST