CWE
862
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-24633: Countdown Block < 1.1.2 - Missing Authorisation in AJAX action

First published: Mon Sep 27 2021(Updated: )

The Countdown Block WordPress plugin before 1.1.2 does not have authorisation in the eb_write_block_css AJAX action, which allows any authenticated user, such as Subscriber, to modify post contents displayed to users.

Credit: contact@wpscan.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wpdeveloper Countdown Block<1.1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-24633?

    CVE-2021-24633 is a vulnerability in the Countdown Block WordPress plugin before version 1.1.2.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-24633?

    The severity of CVE-2021-24633 is medium with a severity value of 4.3.

  • How does CVE-2021-24633 affect the Countdown Block plugin?

    CVE-2021-24633 allows any authenticated user, such as a Subscriber, to modify post contents displayed to users in the Countdown Block WordPress plugin before version 1.1.2.

  • What is the affected software version of CVE-2021-24633?

    The affected software version of CVE-2021-24633 is up to, but excluding, version 1.1.2 of the Countdown Block WordPress plugin.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-24633?

    Yes, upgrading to version 1.1.2 or later of the Countdown Block WordPress plugin fixes CVE-2021-24633.

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