Vulnerability Description
The WP Responsive Menu WordPress plugin before 3.1.7.1 does not have capability and CSRF checks in the wpr_live_update AJAX action, as well as do not sanitise and escape some of the data submitted. As a result, any authenticated, such as subscriber could update the plugin's settings and perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks against all visitor and users on the frontend
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Magnigenie | Wp Responsive Menu | < 3.1.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/661cb7e3-d7bd-4bc1-bf78-bdb4ba9610d7ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/661cb7e3-d7bd-4bc1-bf78-bdb4ba9610d7ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-24971?
CVE-2021-24971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The WP Responsive Menu WordPress plugin before 3.1.7.1 does not have capability and CSRF checks in the wpr_live_update AJAX action, as well as do not sanitise and escape some of the data submitted. As...
How severe is CVE-2021-24971?
CVE-2021-24971 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-24971?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Magnigenie Wp Responsive Menu.