CVE-2021-24804

Public Exploit
Simple JWT Login < 3.2.1 - Arbitrary Settings Update to Site Takeover via CSRF

Description

The Simple JWT Login WordPress plugin before 3.2.1 does not have nonce checks when saving its settings, allowing attackers to make a logged in admin changed them. Settings such as HMAC verification secret, account registering and default user roles can be updated, which could result in site takeover.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.11%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Simple JWT Login – Login and Register to WordPress using JWT
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6f015e8e-462b-4ef7-a9a1-bb91e7d28e37 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24804?
CVE-2021-24804 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24804?
To fix CVE-2021-24804, 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-2021-24804 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24804 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-2021-24804?
CVE-2021-24804 affects Unknown Simple JWT Login – Login and Register to WordPress using JWT.
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