CVE-2021-24942
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CVE-2021-24942 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Menu Item Visibility Control WordPress plugin through 0.5 doesn't sanitize and validate the "Visibility logic" option for WordPress menu items, which could allow highly privileged users to execute arbitrary PHP code even in a hardened environment.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Menu Item Visibility Control WordPress plugin through 0.5 doesn't sanitize and validate the "Visibility logic" option for WordPress menu items, which could allow highly privileged users to execute arbitrary PHP code even in a hardened environment.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Menu Item Visibility Control Project | Menu Item Visibility Control | <= 0.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/eaa28832-74c1-4cd5-9b0f-02338e23b418Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/eaa28832-74c1-4cd5-9b0f-02338e23b418Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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