CVE-2021-36849
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36849 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Authenticated (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in René Hermenau's Social Media Share Buttons plugin <= 3.8.1 at WordPress.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Authenticated (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in René Hermenau's Social Media Share Buttons plugin <= 3.8.1 at WordPress.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Social Media Share Buttons Project | Social Media Share Buttons | <= 3.8.1 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/mashsharer/#developersRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/mashsharer/#developersRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36849?
Authenticated (admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in René Hermenau's Social Media Share Buttons plugin <= 3.8.1 at WordPress.
How severe is CVE-2021-36849?
CVE-2021-36849 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36849?
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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