CVE-2021-24478

Public Exploit
Bookshelf <= 2.0.4 - Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Description

The Bookshelf WordPress plugin through 2.0.4 does not sanitise or escape its "Paypal email address" setting before outputting it in the page, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.21%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Bookshelf
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c73818e5-0734-46c9-9703-d211b4f58664 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24478?
CVE-2021-24478 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24478?
To fix CVE-2021-24478, 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-2021-24478 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24478 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-2021-24478?
CVE-2021-24478 affects Unknown Bookshelf.
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