CVE-2021-47934
CWE-79Published: May 16, 2026· Updated: May 18, 2026
Official Description
MyBB Timeline Plugin 1.0 contains cross-site scripting vulnerabilities that allow attackers to inject malicious scripts through thread titles, post content, and user profile fields like Location and Bio. Attackers can also exploit a cross-site request forgery vulnerability in the timeline.php profile action to change a user's cover picture by crafting malicious forms that execute when victims visit affected profiles.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-47934 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-47934 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts