CVE-2021-24694

Public Exploit
Simple Download Monitor < 3.9.11 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcodes

Description

The Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 3.9.11 could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attack via 1) "color" or "css_class" argument of sdm_download shortcode, 2) "class" or "placeholder" argument of sdm_search_form shortcode.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.17%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Simple Download Monitor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9d0d8f8c-f8fb-457f-b557-255a052ccc32 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24694?
CVE-2021-24694 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24694?
To fix CVE-2021-24694, 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-2021-24694 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24694 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-2021-24694?
CVE-2021-24694 affects Unknown Simple Download Monitor.
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