CVE-2021-24755
CVE-2021-24755 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wpexperts Mycred 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
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (69th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-89
- Affected product: Wpexperts Mycred
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The myCred WordPress plugin before 2.3 does not validate or escape the fields parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to an SQL injection exploitable by any authenticated user
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-24755?
- The myCred WordPress plugin before 2.3 does not validate or escape the fields parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to an SQL injection exploitable by any authenticated user
- How severe is CVE-2021-24755?
- CVE-2021-24755 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-2021-24755 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-24755?
- CVE-2021-24755 affects Wpexperts Mycred. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-24755?
- 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-2021-24755 published?
- CVE-2021-24755 was published on 2021-11-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:wpexperts:mycred:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
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