CRITICAL

CVE-2021-44223

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

27.5%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

WordPress before 5.8 lacks support for the Update URI plugin header. This makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a supply-chain attack against WordPress installations that use any plugin for which the slug satisfies the naming constraints of the WordPress.org Plugin Directory but is not yet present in that directory.

Technical details

Published
11/25/2021

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-44223?

WordPress before 5.8 lacks support for the Update URI plugin header. This makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a supply-chain attack against WordPress installations that use any plugin for which the slug satisfies the naming constraints of the WordPress.org Plugin Directory but is not yet present in that directory.

Is CVE-2021-44223 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-44223 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 27.5%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-44223?

CVE-2021-44223 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).

Is CVE-2021-44223 affecting your environment?

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