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HIGH

CVE-2021-36917

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

2.0 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-10-19

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

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SSVC status

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Affected and fixed versions

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Description

WordPress Hide My WP plugin (versions <= 6.2.3) can be deactivated by any unauthenticated user. It is possible to retrieve a reset token which can then be used to deactivate the plugin.

Technical details

Published
2021-11-24

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-36917?

WordPress Hide My WP plugin (versions <= 6.2.3) can be deactivated by any unauthenticated user. It is possible to retrieve a reset token which can then be used to deactivate the plugin.

Is CVE-2021-36917 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-36917 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 2.0% on 2026-10-19, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-36917?

CVE-2021-36917 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

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