CVE-2021-36909

Name: CVE-2021-36909
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-11-18T15:15:09.893+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.83%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-36909 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Authenticated Database Reset vulnerability in WordPress WP Reset PRO Premium plugin (versions <= 5.98) allows any authenticated user to wipe the entire database regardless of their authorization. It leads to a complete website reset and takeover.. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Authenticated Database Reset vulnerability in WordPress WP Reset PRO Premium plugin (versions <= 5.98) allows any authenticated user to wipe the entire database regardless of their authorization. It leads to a complete website reset and takeover.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.83%

76.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Webfactoryltd	Wp Reset Pro	<= 5.98

References

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-reset/wordpress-wp-reset-pro-premium-plugin-5-98-authenticated-database-reset-vulnerabilityThird Party Advisory
https://patchstack.com/wp-reset-pro-critical-vulnerability-fixed/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpreset.com/changelog/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-reset/wordpress-wp-reset-pro-premium-plugin-5-98-authenticated-database-reset-vulnerabilityThird Party Advisory
https://patchstack.com/wp-reset-pro-critical-vulnerability-fixed/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpreset.com/changelog/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 18, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-36909?

How severe is CVE-2021-36909?

CVE-2021-36909 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-36909?

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-2021-36909?

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Source: NVD / NIST