CVE-2021-25019
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.79%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25019 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The SEO Plugin by Squirrly SEO WordPress plugin before 11.1.12 does not escape the type parameter before outputting it back in an attribute in an admin page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The SEO Plugin by Squirrly SEO WordPress plugin before 11.1.12 does not escape the type parameter before outputting it back in an attribute in an admin page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Squirrly | Seo Plugin By Squirrly Seo | < 11.1.12 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/cea0ce4b-886a-47cc-8653-a297e9759d09Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/cea0ce4b-886a-47cc-8653-a297e9759d09Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25019?
The SEO Plugin by Squirrly SEO WordPress plugin before 11.1.12 does not escape the type parameter before outputting it back in an attribute in an admin page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
How severe is CVE-2021-25019?
CVE-2021-25019 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-2021-25019?
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-2021-25019?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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