CVE-2021-24174

Public Exploit
Database Backups <= 1.2.2.6 - CSRF to Backup Download

Description

The Database Backups WordPress plugin through 1.2.2.6 does not have CSRF checks, allowing attackers to make a logged in user unwanted actions, such as generate backups of the database, change the plugin's settings and delete backups.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.38%
Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Database Backups
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/350c3e9a-bcc2-486a-90e6-d1dc13ce1bd5 third party advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163091/WordPress-Database-Backups-1.2.2.6-Cross-Site-Request-Forgery.html exploit vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24174?
CVE-2021-24174 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24174?
To fix CVE-2021-24174, 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-2021-24174 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24174 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-2021-24174?
CVE-2021-24174 affects Unknown Database Backups.
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