CVE-2021-24742

Public Exploit
Logo Slider and Showcase < 1.3.37 - Editor Plugin's Settings Update

Description

The Logo Slider and Showcase WordPress plugin before 1.3.37 allows Editor users to update the plugin's settings via the rtWLSSettings AJAX action because it uses a nonce for authorisation instead of a capability check.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.19%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Logo Slider and Showcase
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/8dfc86e4-56a0-4e30-9050-cf3f328ff993 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24742?
CVE-2021-24742 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24742?
To fix CVE-2021-24742, 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-2021-24742 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24742 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-2021-24742?
CVE-2021-24742 affects Unknown Logo Slider and Showcase.
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