CVE-2021-24655

Public Exploit
WP User Manager < 2.6.3 - Arbitrary User Password Reset to Account Compromise

Description

The WP User Manager WordPress plugin before 2.6.3 does not ensure that the user ID to reset the password of is related to the reset key given. As a result, any authenticated user can reset the password (to an arbitrary value) of any user knowing only their ID, and gain access to their account.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.27%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WP User Manager – User Profile Builder & Membership
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/cce03550-7f65-4172-819e-025755fb541f third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24655?
CVE-2021-24655 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24655?
To fix CVE-2021-24655, 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-2021-24655 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24655 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-2021-24655?
CVE-2021-24655 affects Unknown WP User Manager – User Profile Builder & Membership.
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