CVE-2021-24173

VM Backups <= 1.0 - CSRF to Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

The VM Backups WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not have CSRF checks, allowing attackers to make a logged in user unwanted actions, such as update the plugin's options, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown VM Backups
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b69ea1bc-3c9b-47d7-a164-c860ee46a9af third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24173?
CVE-2021-24173 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24173?
To fix CVE-2021-24173, 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-2021-24173 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-24173 is being actively exploited. 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-2021-24173?
CVE-2021-24173 affects Unknown VM Backups.
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