HIGH

CVE-2021-24170

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

42.1%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The REST API endpoint get_users in the User Profile Picture WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 returned more information than was required for its functionality to users with the upload_files capability. This included password hashes, hashed user activation keys, usernames, emails, and other less sensitive information.

Technical details

Published
4/5/2021

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-24170?

The REST API endpoint get_users in the User Profile Picture WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 returned more information than was required for its functionality to users with the upload_files capability. This included password hashes, hashed user activation keys, usernames, emails, and other less sensitive information.

Is CVE-2021-24170 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-24170 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 42.1%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-24170?

CVE-2021-24170 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

Is CVE-2021-24170 affecting your environment?

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