CVE-2021-25003
CriticalExploitedWPCargo <= 6.8.9 - Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution
Published Mar 15, 2022 · Updated Aug 3, 2024 · Also known as 14a1b8af-bd32-4245-92d6-549cae68c626
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2021-25003 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Wpcargo Track \& Trace (Wptaskforce), wpcargo (wordpress-plugin), WPCargo Track & Trace.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including wpcargo 6.9.0, WPCargo Track & Trace 6.9.0, Wpcargo Track \& Trace 6.9.0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
56%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
The WPCargo Track & Trace WordPress plugin before 6.9.0 contains a file which could allow unauthenticated attackers to write a PHP file anywhere on the web server, leading to RCE
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 30, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Wpcargo Track \& TraceWptaskforce | See advisory | 6.9.0 |
| wpcargowordpress-plugin | See advisory | 6.9.0 |
| WPCargo Track & Trace | >= 6.9.0 | 6.9.0 |
Patched Releases
wpcargo
6.9.0
WPCargo Track & Trace
6.9.0
Wpcargo Track \& Trace
6.9.0
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 15, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 14, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 30, 2023
Last updated
Aug 3, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2021-24692
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2021-24895
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2021-24897
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2021-24940
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2021-24950
FAQ
Common Questions.
The WPCargo Track & Trace WordPress plugin before 6.9.0 contains a file which could allow unauthenticated attackers to write a PHP file anywhere on the web server, leading to RCE
Affected: Wpcargo Track \& Trace (Wptaskforce); wpcargo (wordpress-plugin); WPCargo Track & Trace versions >= 6.9.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including wpcargo 6.9.0, WPCargo Track & Trace 6.9.0, Wpcargo Track \& Trace 6.9.0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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