CVE-2021-24981
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24981 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Directorist WordPress plugin before 7.0.6.2 was vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Remote File Upload leading to arbitrary PHP shell uploads in the wp-content/plugins directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Directorist WordPress plugin before 7.0.6.2 was vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Remote File Upload leading to arbitrary PHP shell uploads in the wp-content/plugins directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwax | Directorist | < 7.0.6.2 |
References
- https://blog.sucuri.net/2021/11/fake-ransomware-infection-spooks-website-owners.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/4c45df6d-b3f6-49e5-8b1f-edd32a12d71cExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.sucuri.net/2021/11/fake-ransomware-infection-spooks-website-owners.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/4c45df6d-b3f6-49e5-8b1f-edd32a12d71cExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24981?
The Directorist WordPress plugin before 7.0.6.2 was vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Remote File Upload leading to arbitrary PHP shell uploads in the wp-content/plugins directory.
How severe is CVE-2021-24981?
CVE-2021-24981 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24981?
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-2021-24981?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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