CVE-2021-24312

Public Exploit
WP Super Cache < 1.7.3 - Authenticated Remote Code Execution

Description

The parameters $cache_path, $wp_cache_debug_ip, $wp_super_cache_front_page_text, $cache_scheduled_time, $cached_direct_pages used in the settings of WP Super Cache WordPress plugin before 1.7.3 result in RCE because they allow input of '$' and '\n'. This is due to an incomplete fix of CVE-2021-24209.

Categories

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.43% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Automattic WP Super Cache
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2142c3d3-9a7f-4e3c-8776-d469a355d62f third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24312?
CVE-2021-24312 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24312?
To fix CVE-2021-24312, 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-2021-24312 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24312 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-2021-24312?
CVE-2021-24312 affects Automattic WP Super Cache.
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