CVE-2021-24452 Scanner

Detects 'Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)' vulnerability in W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress affects v. before 2.1.5.

Short Info

Level

Medium

Single Scan

Can be used by

Asset Owner

Estimated Time

10 sec

Scan only one

Domain, Ipv4

Toolbox

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Vulnerability Overview

CVE Identifier: CVE-2021-24452
Vulnerable Component: WordPress W3 Total Cache Plugin
Parameters Affected: extension parameter in the Extensions dashboard
Issue: Lack of proper sanitization leading to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-2021-24452 makes websites vulnerable to XSS attacks through the unsanitized extension parameter in the W3 Total Cache plugin's Extensions dashboard. This flaw allows attackers to craft URLs that execute malicious JavaScript in the context of an authenticated admin's browser, compromising site security and integrity.

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