CVE-2021-24151

Public Exploit
WP Editor < 1.2.7 - Authenticated SQL injection

Description

The WP Editor WordPress plugin before 1.2.7 did not sanitise or validate its setting fields leading to an authenticated (admin+) blind SQL injection issue via an arbitrary parameter when making a request to save the settings.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.39%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP Editor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5ee77dd7-5a73-4d4e-8038-23e6e763e20c/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24151?
CVE-2021-24151 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24151?
To fix CVE-2021-24151, 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-2021-24151 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24151 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24151?
CVE-2021-24151 affects Unknown WP Editor.
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