PatchTheCVECVE-2021-24174: The Database Backups WordPress plugin through 1.2.2.6 does not have CSRF checks, allowing attackers to make a
CVE-2021-24174 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting database-backups. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Database Backups WordPress plugin through 1.2.2.6 does not have CSRF checks, allowing attackers to make a logged in user unwanted actions, such as generate backups of the database, change the plugin's settings and delete backups.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 3.2% (top 12%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-352 |
| Published | 2021-04-05 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2021-24174?
database-backups: upgrade to newer than 1.2.2.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-24174 being exploited?
CVE-2021-24174 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2021-24174 affect?
CVE-2021-24174 affects database-backups. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). The Database Backups WordPress plugin through 1.2.2.6 does not have CSRF checks, allowing attackers to make a logged in user unwanted actions, such as generate backups of the database, change the plugin's settings and delete backups.
How urgent is CVE-2021-24174?
Priority 55/100. High severity; Public exploit reference