CVE-2021-24682

Public Exploit
Cool Tag Cloud < 2.26 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The Cool Tag Cloud WordPress plugin before 2.26 does not escape the style attribute of the cool_tag_cloud shortcode, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Cool Tag Cloud
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7dfdd50d-77f9-4f0a-8673-8f033c0b0e05 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24682?
CVE-2021-24682 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24682?
To fix CVE-2021-24682, 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-2021-24682 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24682 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-2021-24682?
CVE-2021-24682 affects Unknown Cool Tag Cloud.
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