CVE-2021-24942
CVSS v3
7.2
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.2 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The Menu Item Visibility Control WordPress plugin through 0.5 doesn't sanitize and validate the "Visibility logic" option for WordPress menu items, which could allow highly privileged users to execute arbitrary PHP code even in a hardened environment.
Technical details
- Published
- 2022-12-26
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2021-24942?
The Menu Item Visibility Control WordPress plugin through 0.5 doesn't sanitize and validate the "Visibility logic" option for WordPress menu items, which could allow highly privileged users to execute arbitrary PHP code even in a hardened environment.
Is CVE-2021-24942 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2021-24942 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.2% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-24942?
CVE-2021-24942 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.2 (HIGH severity).
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