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CVE-2021-4360

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.15%

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CVE-2021-4360 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Controlled Admin Access plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in versions up to, and including, 1.5.5 by not properly restricting access to the configuration page. This makes it possible for attackers to create a new administrator role with unrestricted access.. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Controlled Admin Access plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in versions up to, and including, 1.5.5 by not properly restricting access to the configuration page. This makes it possible for attackers to create a new administrator role with unrestricted access.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability
1.15%

62.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WprubyControlled Admin Access<= 1.5.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-4360?
The Controlled Admin Access plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in versions up to, and including, 1.5.5 by not properly restricting access to the configuration page. This makes it possible for attackers to create a new administrator role with unrestricted access.
How severe is CVE-2021-4360?
CVE-2021-4360 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4360?
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-2021-4360?

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Source: NVD / NIST