CVE-2021-25051: Modal Window < 5.2.2 - RFI leading to RCE via CSRF

Q: What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

The vulnerability ID for this security issue is CVE-2021-25051.

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2021-25051?

The severity of CVE-2021-25051 is high.

Q: What is the affected software for CVE-2021-25051?

The affected software for CVE-2021-25051 is the Modal Window WordPress plugin before version 5.2.2 by Wow-company.

Q: What is the vulnerability description for CVE-2021-25051?

CVE-2021-25051 is a vulnerability in the Modal Window WordPress plugin before version 5.2.2 which allows for inclusion of arbitrary PHP files, leading to CSRF RCE.

Q: Are there any references related to CVE-2021-25051?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-25051 at the following references: [1] https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2641645/modal-window, [2] https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/566ff8dc-f820-412b-b2d3-fa789bce528e

Published Jan 10, 2022

Updated

The Modal Window WordPress plugin before 5.2.2 within the wow-company admin menu page allows to include() arbitrary file with PHP extension (as well as with data:// or http:// protocols), thus leading to CSRF RCE.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Wow-Company Modal Window WordPress<5.2.2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2641645/modal-window

Event History

Jan 10, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:30 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:30 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

The vulnerability ID for this security issue is CVE-2021-25051.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25051?

The severity of CVE-2021-25051 is high.

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-25051?