CVE-2021-24290

Store Locator Plus <= 5.5.15 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

There are several endpoints in the Store Locator Plus for WordPress plugin through 5.5.15 that could allow unauthenticated attackers the ability to inject malicious JavaScript into pages.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.19% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: Store Locator Plus® Store Locator Plus for WordPress
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dc368484-f2fe-4c76-ba3d-e00e7f633719 third party advisory
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2021/04/severe-unpatched-vulnerabilities-leads-to-closure-of-store-locator-plus-plugin third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24290?
CVE-2021-24290 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24290?
To fix CVE-2021-24290, 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-2021-24290 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24290 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24290?
CVE-2021-24290 affects Store Locator Plus® Store Locator Plus for WordPress.
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