CVE-2021-24629

CVE-2021-24629 is a high-severity vulnerability in Post Content Xmlrpc Project Post Content Xmlrpc with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Description

The Post Content XMLRPC WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitise or escape multiple GET/POST parameters before using them in SQL statements in the admin dashboard, leading to an authenticated SQL Injections

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-24629?
The Post Content XMLRPC WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitise or escape multiple GET/POST parameters before using them in SQL statements in the admin dashboard, leading to an authenticated SQL Injections
How severe is CVE-2021-24629?
CVE-2021-24629 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-24629 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-24629?
CVE-2021-24629 affects Post Content Xmlrpc Project Post Content Xmlrpc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24629?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-24629 published?
CVE-2021-24629 was published on 2021-11-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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