CVE-2021-38342: Nested Pages <= 3.1.15 Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary Post Deletion and Modification
First published: Mon Aug 30 2021(Updated: )
The Nested Pages WordPress plugin <= 3.1.15 was vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery via the `npBulkAction`s and `npBulkEdit` `admin_post` actions, which allowed attackers to trash or permanently purge arbitrary posts as well as changing their status, reassigning their ownership, and editing other metadata.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kyle Phillips Nested Pages | <=3.1.15 | |
| Nested Pages | <=3.1.15 |
Remedy
Update to Version 3.1.16
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38342?
CVE-2021-38342 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary post manipulation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38342?
To fix CVE-2021-38342, update the Nested Pages WordPress plugin to version 3.1.16 or later.
What type of attacks can CVE-2021-38342 facilitate?
CVE-2021-38342 can facilitate Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks allowing unauthorized actions on posts.
Which versions of the Nested Pages plugin are affected by CVE-2021-38342?
CVE-2021-38342 affects versions of the Nested Pages plugin up to and including 3.1.15.
Who is the vendor of the software affected by CVE-2021-38342?
The affected software is developed by Kyle Phillips and the Nested Pages project.
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