CVE-2021-24812

Public Exploit
BetterLinks < 1.2.6 - Admin+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The BetterLinks WordPress plugin before 1.2.6 does not sanitise and escape some of imported link fields, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting issues when an admin import a malicious CSV.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown BetterLinks – Shorten, Track and Manage any URL
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6bc8fff1-ff10-4175-8a46-563f0f26f96a third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24812?
CVE-2021-24812 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24812?
To fix CVE-2021-24812, 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-2021-24812 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24812 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-2021-24812?
CVE-2021-24812 affects Unknown BetterLinks – Shorten, Track and Manage any URL.
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