CVE-2021-24897

Public Exploit
Add Subtitle <= 1.1.0 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The Add Subtitle WordPress plugin through 1.1.0 does not sanitise or escape the sub-title field (available only with classic editor) when output in the page, which could allow users with a role as low as contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.17%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Add Subtitle
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a0dd1da8-f8d2-453d-a2f2-711a49fb6466 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24897?
CVE-2021-24897 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24897?
To fix CVE-2021-24897, 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-2021-24897 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24897 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-2021-24897?
CVE-2021-24897 affects Unknown Add Subtitle.
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