CVE-2021-24961

Public Exploit
WordPress File Upload < 4.16.3 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode

Description

The WordPress File Upload WordPress plugin before 4.16.3, wordpress-file-upload-pro WordPress plugin before 4.16.3 does not escape some of its shortcode argument, 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 0.26%
Third-Party Advisory wordpress.org Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WordPress File Upload
Affected: Unknown wordpress-file-upload-pro
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2677722 third party advisory patch
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c911bbbd-0196-4e3d-ada3-4efb8a339954 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24961?
CVE-2021-24961 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24961?
To fix CVE-2021-24961, 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-2021-24961 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24961 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-2021-24961?
CVE-2021-24961 affects Unknown WordPress File Upload, Unknown wordpress-file-upload-pro.
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