CVE-2021-24379

Public Exploit

Comments Like Dislike < 1.1.4 - Add Like/Dislike Bypass

Description

The Comments Like Dislike WordPress plugin before 1.1.4 allows users to like/dislike posted comments, however does not prevent them from replaying the AJAX request to add a like. This allows any user (even unauthenticated) to add unlimited like/dislike to any comment. The plugin appears to have some Restriction modes, such as Cookie Restriction, IP Restrictions, Logged In User Restriction, however, they do not prevent such attack as they only check client side

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/aae7a889-195c-45a3-bbe4-e6d4cd2d7fd9	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24379?: CVE-2021-24379 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24379?: To fix CVE-2021-24379, 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-2021-24379 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-24379 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-2021-24379?: CVE-2021-24379 affects Unknown Comments Like Dislike.

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Description

Category

CWE-863 – Incorrect Authorization

References

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