CVE-2021-38343

Public Exploit

Nested Pages <= 3.1.15 Open Redirect

Description

The Nested Pages WordPress plugin <= 3.1.15 was vulnerable to an Open Redirect via the `page` POST parameter in the `npBulkActions`, `npBulkEdit`, `npListingSort`, and `npCategoryFilter` `admin_post` actions.

Remediation

Solution:

Update to Version 3.1.16

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2021/08/nested-pages-pat%E2%80%A6on-vulnerability/
https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/	exploit third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38343?: CVE-2021-38343 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-38343?: To fix CVE-2021-38343: Update to Version 3.1.16
Is CVE-2021-38343 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-38343 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-2021-38343?: CVE-2021-38343 affects Kyle Phillips Nested Pages.

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Description

Remediation

Category

CWE-601 – URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect')

References

Frequently Asked Questions