CVE-2021-24685

Public Exploit
Flat Preloader < 1.5.4 - CSRF to Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The Flat Preloader WordPress plugin before 1.5.4 does not enforce nonce checks when saving its settings, as well as does not sanitise and escape them, which could allow attackers to a make logged in admin change them with a Cross-Site Scripting payload (triggered either in the frontend or backend depending on the payload)

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.14%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Flat Preloader
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/972ecde8-3d44-4dd9-81e3-643d8737434f third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24685?
CVE-2021-24685 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24685?
To fix CVE-2021-24685, 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-2021-24685 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24685 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-2021-24685?
CVE-2021-24685 affects Unknown Flat Preloader.
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