CVE-2021-24163

Public Exploit
Ninja Forms < 3.4.34 - Authenticated SendWP Plugin Installation and Client Secret Key Disclosure

Description

The AJAX action, wp_ajax_ninja_forms_sendwp_remote_install_handler, did not have a capability check on it, nor did it have any nonce protection, therefore making it possible for low-level users, such as subscribers, to install and activate the SendWP Ninja Forms Contact Form – The Drag and Drop Form Builder for WordPress WordPress plugin before 3.4.34 and retrieve the client_secret key needed to establish the SendWP connection while also installing the SendWP plugin.

Categories

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.65%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: Unknown Ninja Forms Contact Form – The Drag and Drop Form Builder for WordPress
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References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24163?
CVE-2021-24163 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24163?
To fix CVE-2021-24163, 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-2021-24163 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24163 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2021-24163?
CVE-2021-24163 affects Unknown Ninja Forms Contact Form – The Drag and Drop Form Builder for WordPress.
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