PatchTheCVECVE-2021-24864: The WP Cloudy, weather plugin WordPress plugin before 4.4.9 does not escape the post_id parameter before using
CVE-2021-24864 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting wp cloudy. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The WP Cloudy, weather plugin WordPress plugin before 4.4.9 does not escape the post_id parameter before using it in a SQL statement in the admin dashboard, leading to a SQL Injection issue
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.2% (top 31%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2022-02-28 |
| 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-2021-24864?
wp cloudy: upgrade to 4.4.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-24864 being exploited?
CVE-2021-24864 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-2021-24864 affect?
CVE-2021-24864 affects wp cloudy. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The WP Cloudy, weather plugin WordPress plugin before 4.4.9 does not escape the post_id parameter before using it in a SQL statement in the admin dashboard, leading to a SQL Injection issue
How urgent is CVE-2021-24864?
Priority 48/100. High severity