CVE-2021-24140

Ajax Load More < 5.3.2 - Authenticated SQL Injection

Description

Unvalidated input in the Ajax Load More WordPress plugin, versions before 5.3.2, lead to SQL Injection in POST /wp-admin/admin-ajax.php with param repeater=' or sleep(5)#&type=test.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.53%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Ajax Load More
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1876312e-3dba-4909-97a5-afbb76fbc056 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24140?
CVE-2021-24140 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24140?
To fix CVE-2021-24140, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24140 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-24140 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24140?
CVE-2021-24140 affects Unknown Ajax Load More.
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