CVE-2021-24214

Public Exploit
OpenID Connect Generic Client 3.8.0-3.8.1 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via Login Error

Description

The OpenID Connect Generic Client WordPress plugin 3.8.0 and 3.8.1 did not sanitise the login error when output back in the login form, leading to a reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue. This issue does not require authentication and can be exploited with the default configuration.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 4.04% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: daggerhart OpenID Connect Generic Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/31cf0dfb-4025-4898-a5f4-fc7115565a10 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24214?
CVE-2021-24214 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24214?
To fix CVE-2021-24214, 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-2021-24214 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24214 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24214?
CVE-2021-24214 affects daggerhart OpenID Connect Generic Client.
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