CVE-2021-24154

Theme Editor < 2.6 - Authenticated Arbitrary File Download

Description

The Theme Editor WordPress plugin before 2.6 did not validate the GET file parameter before passing it to the download_file() function, allowing administrators to download arbitrary files on the web server, such as /etc/passwd

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.58%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Theme Editor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/566c6836-fc3d-4dd9-b351-c3d9da9ec22e third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24154?
CVE-2021-24154 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24154?
To fix CVE-2021-24154, 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-2021-24154 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-24154 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-2021-24154?
CVE-2021-24154 affects Unknown Theme Editor.
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