CVE-2021-24819

Public Exploit
Page/Post Content Shortcode <= 1.0 - Contributor+ Arbitrary Posts/Pages Access

Description

The Page/Post Content Shortcode WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not have proper authorisation in place, allowing users with a role as low as contributor to access draft/private/password protected/trashed posts/pages they should not be allowed to, including posts created by other users such as admins and editors.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Page/Post Content Shortcode
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c97b218c-b430-4301-884f-f64d0dd08f07 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24819?
CVE-2021-24819 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24819?
To fix CVE-2021-24819, 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-2021-24819 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24819 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-2021-24819?
CVE-2021-24819 affects Unknown Page/Post Content Shortcode.
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