CVE-2021-24845

Public Exploit
Improved Include Page <= 1.2 - Contributor+ Arbitrary Posts/Pages Access

Description

The Improved Include Page WordPress plugin through 1.2 allows passing shortcode attributes with post_type & post_status which can be used to retrieve arbitrary content. This way, users with a role as low as Contributor can gain access to content they are not supposed to.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.42%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Improved Include Page
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ab857454-7c7c-454d-9c7f-1db767961e5f third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24845?
CVE-2021-24845 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24845?
To fix CVE-2021-24845, 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-2021-24845 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24845 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-2021-24845?
CVE-2021-24845 affects Unknown Improved Include Page.
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