CVE-2021-25089: UpdraftPlus < 1.16.69 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Feb 1, 2022
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Updated

The UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin WordPress plugin before 1.16.69 does not sanitise and escape the updraftrestore parameter before outputting it back in the Restore page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Affected Software

1 affected component
updraftplus UpdraftPlus WordPress<1.16.69

Event History

Feb 1, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-25089?

CVE-2021-25089 is a vulnerability in the UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin that allows for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25089?

The severity of CVE-2021-25089 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

3

How does CVE-2021-25089 affect UpdraftPlus Plugin?

CVE-2021-25089 affects UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin version 1.16.69 by allowing for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-25089?

To fix CVE-2021-25089, upgrade to UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin version 1.16.70 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25089?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-25089 at https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/5adb977e-f7bf-4d36-b625-87bc23d379c8.

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