CVE-2021-36872

WordPress Popular Posts plugin <= 5.3.3 - Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Description

Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WordPress Popular Posts plugin (versions <= 5.3.3). Vulnerable at &widget-wpp[2][post_type].

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to version 5.3.4 or higher.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.16%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Hector Cabrera WordPress Popular Posts
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/cabrerahector/wordpress-popular-posts/blob/master/changelog.md third party advisory release notes
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wordpress-popular-posts/wordpress-popular-posts-plugin-5-3-3-authenticated-persistent-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36872?
CVE-2021-36872 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-36872?
To fix CVE-2021-36872: Update to version 5.3.4 or higher.
Is CVE-2021-36872 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-36872 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-2021-36872?
CVE-2021-36872 affects Hector Cabrera WordPress Popular Posts.
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