CVE-2021-24180: Related Posts for WordPress < 2.0.4 - Authenticated Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Published Apr 5, 2021
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Updated

Unvalidated input and lack of output encoding within the Related Posts for WordPress plugin before 2.0.4 lead to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability within the 'lang' GET parameter while editing a post, triggered when users with the capability of editing posts access a malicious URL.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Never5 Related Posts Wordpress<2.0.4

Event History

Apr 5, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:27 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-24180?

CVE-2021-24180 is a vulnerability in the Related Posts for WordPress plugin before version 2.0.4 that leads to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack.

2

How does CVE-2021-24180 affect WordPress?

CVE-2021-24180 affects WordPress through the Related Posts plugin before version 2.0.4, allowing an attacker to execute cross-site scripting attacks.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24180?

The severity of CVE-2021-24180 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-24180?

To fix CVE-2021-24180, update the Related Posts plugin for WordPress to version 2.0.4 or above.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-24180?

More information about CVE-2021-24180 can be found at the following reference: https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7593d5c8-cbc2-4469-b36b-5d4fb6d49718

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