CVE-2021-24932: Auto Featured Image < 3.9.3 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Dec 13, 2021
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Updated

The Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail) WordPress plugin before 3.9.3 does not sanitise and escape the postid parameter before outputting back in an admin page within a JS block, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cm-wp Auto Featured Image Wordpress<3.9.3

Event History

Dec 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:41 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:41 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24932?

CVE-2021-24932 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-24932?

To fix CVE-2021-24932, update the Auto Featured Image plugin to version 3.9.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-24932?

CVE-2021-24932 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2021-24932?

The vulnerability affects users of the Auto Featured Image plugin for WordPress versions prior to 3.9.3.

5

What can happen if CVE-2021-24932 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2021-24932 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the affected user's session.

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