HIGH

CVE-2021-24227

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

38.7%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The Jetpack Scan team identified a Local File Disclosure vulnerability in the Patreon WordPress plugin before 1.7.0 that could be abused by anyone visiting the site. Using this attack vector, an attacker could leak important internal files like wp-config.php, which contains database credentials and cryptographic keys used in the generation of nonces and cookies.

Technical details

Published
4/12/2021

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-24227?

The Jetpack Scan team identified a Local File Disclosure vulnerability in the Patreon WordPress plugin before 1.7.0 that could be abused by anyone visiting the site. Using this attack vector, an attacker could leak important internal files like wp-config.php, which contains database credentials and cryptographic keys used in the generation of nonces and cookies.

Is CVE-2021-24227 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-24227 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 38.7%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-24227?

CVE-2021-24227 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

Is CVE-2021-24227 affecting your environment?

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