CVE-2021-24798: WP Header Images < 2.0.1 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
Published Nov 8, 2021
·Updated
The WP Header Images WordPress plugin before 2.0.1 does not sanitise and escape the t parameter before outputting it back in the plugin's settings page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue
Affected Software
1 affected component
Androidbubbles Wp Header Images Wordpress<2.0.1
Event History
Nov 8, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-24798?
CVE-2021-24798 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting attacks.
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How do I fix CVE-2021-24798?
To remediate CVE-2021-24798, you should upgrade the WP Header Images WordPress plugin to version 2.0.1 or later.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-24798?
CVE-2021-24798 is a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
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Who is affected by CVE-2021-24798?
Users of the WP Header Images WordPress plugin versions prior to 2.0.1 are affected by CVE-2021-24798.
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What is the impact of CVE-2021-24798?
The impact of CVE-2021-24798 allows an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of the user's browser.