CVE-2021-24525

Public Exploit
Shortcodes Ultimate < 5.10.2 - Contributor+ Stored XSS

Description

The Shortcodes Ultimate WordPress plugin before 5.10.2 allows users with Contributor roles to perform stored XSS via shortcode attributes. Note: the plugin is inconsistent in its handling of shortcode attributes; some do escape, most don't, and there are even some attributes that are insecure by design (like [su_button]'s onclick attribute).

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WordPress Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7f5659bd-50c3-4725-95f4-cf88812acf1c third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24525?
CVE-2021-24525 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24525?
To fix CVE-2021-24525, 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-2021-24525 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24525 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-2021-24525?
CVE-2021-24525 affects Unknown WordPress Shortcodes Plugin — Shortcodes Ultimate.
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