Vulnerability Description
The W3 Total Cache WordPress plugin before 2.1.3 did not sanitise or escape some of its CDN settings, allowing high privilege users to use JavaScript in them, which will be output in the page, leading to an authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Boldgrid | W3 Total Cache | < 2.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://m0ze.ru/vulnerability/%5B2021-04-25%5D-%5BWordPress%5D-%5BCWE-79%5D-W3-T
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5da5ce9a-82a6-404f-8dec-795d7905b3f9ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://m0ze.ru/vulnerability/%5B2021-04-25%5D-%5BWordPress%5D-%5BCWE-79%5D-W3-T
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5da5ce9a-82a6-404f-8dec-795d7905b3f9ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-24427?
CVE-2021-24427 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). The W3 Total Cache WordPress plugin before 2.1.3 did not sanitise or escape some of its CDN settings, allowing high privilege users to use JavaScript in them, which will be output in the page, leading...
How severe is CVE-2021-24427?
CVE-2021-24427 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-24427?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Boldgrid W3 Total Cache.