CVE-2021-24613: Post Views Counter < 1.3.5 - Authenticated Stored XSS
First published: Mon Sep 20 2021(Updated: )
The Post Views Counter WordPress plugin before 1.3.5 does not sanitise or escape its Post Views Label settings, which could allow high privilege users to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks in the frontend even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dfactory Post Views Counter | <1.3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-24613?
CVE-2021-24613 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-24613?
CVE-2021-24613 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-24613?
CVE-2021-24613 affects users of the Post Views Counter WordPress plugin versions prior to 1.3.5.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24613?
To fix CVE-2021-24613, update the Post Views Counter plugin to version 1.3.5 or later.
What can attackers do with CVE-2021-24613?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2021-24613 to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks on the frontend of WordPress sites.
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