PatchTheCVECVE-2021-24861: The Quotes Collection WordPress plugin through 2.5.2 does not validate and escape the bulkcheck parameter befo
CVE-2021-24861 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting quotes collection. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Quotes Collection WordPress plugin through 2.5.2 does not validate and escape the bulkcheck parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 29%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2021-12-13 |
| 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
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-2021-24861?
quotes collection: upgrade to newer than 2.5.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-24861 being exploited?
CVE-2021-24861 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-2021-24861 affect?
CVE-2021-24861 affects quotes collection. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The Quotes Collection WordPress plugin through 2.5.2 does not validate and escape the bulkcheck parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection
How urgent is CVE-2021-24861?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference