CVE-2021-24406

Public Exploit
wpForo Forum < 1.9.7 - Open Redirect

Description

The wpForo Forum WordPress plugin before 1.9.7 did not validate the redirect_to parameter in the login form of the forum, leading to an open redirect issue after a successful login. Such issue could allow an attacker to induce a user to use a login URL redirecting to a website under their control and being a replica of the legitimate one, asking them to re-enter their credentials (which will then in the attacker hands)

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 8.52% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: gVectors Team wpForo Forum
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a9284931-555b-4c96-86a3-09e1040b0388 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24406?
CVE-2021-24406 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24406?
To fix CVE-2021-24406, 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-2021-24406 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24406 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~9% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24406?
CVE-2021-24406 affects gVectors Team wpForo Forum.
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