CVE-2021-34627

WP Upload Restriction <= 2.2.3 - Missing Access Control in getSelectedMimeTypesByRole function

Description

A vulnerability in the getSelectedMimeTypesByRole function of the WP Upload Restriction WordPress plugin allows low-level authenticated users to view custom extensions added by administrators. This issue affects versions 2.2.3 and prior.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Uninstall plugin from WordPress site.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.23%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: WP Upload Restriction WP Upload Restriction
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2021-34627 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34627?
CVE-2021-34627 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-34627?
To fix CVE-2021-34627: Uninstall plugin from WordPress site.
Is CVE-2021-34627 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-34627 is being actively exploited. 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-2021-34627?
CVE-2021-34627 affects WP Upload Restriction WP Upload Restriction.
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