CVE-2021-24809

Public Exploit
BP Better Messages < 1.9.9.41 - Multiple CSRF

Description

The BP Better Messages WordPress plugin before 1.9.9.41 does not check for CSRF in multiple of its AJAX actions: bp_better_messages_leave_chat, bp_better_messages_join_chat, bp_messages_leave_thread, bp_messages_mute_thread, bp_messages_unmute_thread, bp_better_messages_add_user_to_thread, bp_better_messages_exclude_user_from_thread. This could allow attackers to make logged in users do unwanted actions

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.30%
Third-Party Advisory wordpress.org Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown BP Better Messages
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e186fef4-dca0-461f-b539-082c13a68d13 third party advisory exploit
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2605772/bp-better-messages/trunk/inc/ajax.php third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24809?
CVE-2021-24809 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24809?
To fix CVE-2021-24809, 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-2021-24809 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24809 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-2021-24809?
CVE-2021-24809 affects Unknown BP Better Messages.
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