CVE-2021-24639
CVE-2021-24639 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ffw Omgf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- CVSS v2: 5.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (55th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Ffw Omgf
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The OMGF WordPress plugin before 4.5.4 does not enforce path validation, authorisation and CSRF checks in the omgf_ajax_empty_dir AJAX action, which allows any authenticated users to delete arbitrary files or folders on the server.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-24639?
- The OMGF WordPress plugin before 4.5.4 does not enforce path validation, authorisation and CSRF checks in the omgf_ajax_empty_dir AJAX action, which allows any authenticated users to delete arbitrary files or folders on the server.
- How severe is CVE-2021-24639?
- CVE-2021-24639 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-24639 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (55th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-24639?
- CVE-2021-24639 affects Ffw Omgf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-24639?
- 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-2021-24639 published?
- CVE-2021-24639 was published on 2021-09-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:ffw:omgf:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
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