CVE-2021-24473

Public Exploit
User Profile Picture < 2.6.0 - Arbitrary User Picture Change/Deletion via IDOR

Description

The User Profile Picture WordPress plugin before 2.6.0 was affected by an IDOR issue, allowing users with the upload_image capability (by default author and above) to change and delete the profile pictures of other users (including those with higher roles).

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown User Profile Picture
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/79982ea9-4733-4b1e-a43e-17629c1136de third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24473?
CVE-2021-24473 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24473?
To fix CVE-2021-24473, 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-2021-24473 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24473 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-2021-24473?
CVE-2021-24473 affects Unknown User Profile Picture.
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