CVE-2021-30209
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-30209 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Textpattern V4.8.4 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability where a plug-in can be loaded in the background without any security verification, which may lead to obtaining system permissions.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Textpattern V4.8.4 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability where a plug-in can be loaded in the background without any security verification, which may lead to obtaining system permissions.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Textpattern | Textpattern | 4.8.4 |
References
- https://github.com/textpattern/textpattern/issues/1655Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/textpattern/textpattern/issues/1655Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-30209?
Textpattern V4.8.4 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability where a plug-in can be loaded in the background without any security verification, which may lead to obtaining system permissions.
How severe is CVE-2021-30209?
CVE-2021-30209 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-30209?
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.
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