CVE-2021-24727

CVE-2021-24727 is a high-severity vulnerability in Billminozzi Stop Bad Bots with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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 StopBadBots WordPress plugin before 6.60 did not validate or escape the order and orderby GET parameter in some of its admin dashboard pages, leading to Authenticated SQL Injections

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-24727?
The StopBadBots WordPress plugin before 6.60 did not validate or escape the order and orderby GET parameter in some of its admin dashboard pages, leading to Authenticated SQL Injections
How severe is CVE-2021-24727?
CVE-2021-24727 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-24727 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-24727?
CVE-2021-24727 affects Billminozzi Stop Bad Bots. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24727?
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-2021-24727 published?
CVE-2021-24727 was published on 2021-09-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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