CVE-2021-24786

CVE-2021-24786 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wpchill Download Monitor with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Description

The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 4.4.5 does not properly validate and escape the "orderby" GET parameter before using it in a SQL statement when viewing the logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-24786?
The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 4.4.5 does not properly validate and escape the "orderby" GET parameter before using it in a SQL statement when viewing the logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue
How severe is CVE-2021-24786?
CVE-2021-24786 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-2021-24786 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 17% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-24786?
CVE-2021-24786 affects Wpchill Download Monitor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24786?
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-2021-24786 published?
CVE-2021-24786 was published on 2022-01-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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