Vulnerability Description
The Simple Events Calendar WordPress plugin through 1.4.0 does not sanitise, validate or escape the event_id POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement when deleting events, leading to an authenticated SQL injection issue
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Events Calendar Project | Simple Events Calendar | <= 1.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-simple-events-calendar/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3482a015-a5ed-4913-b516-9eae2b3f89dbExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://codevigilant.com/disclosure/2021/wp-plugin-simple-events-calendar/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3482a015-a5ed-4913-b516-9eae2b3f89dbExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-24552?
CVE-2021-24552 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The Simple Events Calendar WordPress plugin through 1.4.0 does not sanitise, validate or escape the event_id POST parameter before using it in a SQL statement when deleting events, leading to an authe...
How severe is CVE-2021-24552?
CVE-2021-24552 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-24552?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simple Events Calendar Project Simple Events Calendar.