Vulnerability · Published Mar 7, 2022 · Assigned by WPScan
CVE-2021-24824Custom Content Shortcode < 4.0.1 - Unauthorised Arbitrary Post Metadata Access
Medium 4.3
In plain English
A medium-severity incorrect authorization in Custom Content Shortcode from Unknown. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.8% (higher than 57% of all known vulnerabilities).
Severity (CVSS NVD)4.3Medium
Exploit odds (30 days)0.8%top 43.4% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsnot in CISA KEV
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known
Official description
The [field] shortcode included with the Custom Content Shortcode WordPress plugin before 4.0.1, allows authenticated users with a role as low as contributor, to access arbitrary post metadata. This could lead to sensitive data disclosure, for example when used in combination with WooCommerce, the email address of orders can be retrieved
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | Custom Content Shortcode | 4.0.1 – before 4.0.1 |
Weakness: CWE-863