CVE-2015-9452

The nex-forms-express-wp-form-builder plugin before 4.6.1 for WordPress has SQL injection via the wp-admin/admin.php?page=nex-forms-main nex_forms_Id parameter

published October 7, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection lurks in the nex-forms-express-wp-form-builder plugin! If you're using a version before 4.6.1, this could spell trouble for your WordPress site. 🚨 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place their own orders without verification! That’s how this vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate your database through the nex_forms_Id parameter, potentially retrieving sensitive data. An insidious attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious SQL queries, which can lead to data leakage, unauthorized access, or even complete database takeover. It's like giving someone the chef's hat who just wants to remix the menu—chaotic!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place their own orders without verification! That’s how this vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate your database through the nex_forms_Id parameter, potentially retrieving sensitive data. This SQL injection flaw occurs via the nex_forms_Id parameter in the admin section of the plugin, allowing attackers to craft queries that manipulate the database without proper input validation.

What to do

An insidious attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious SQL queries, which can lead to data leakage, unauthorized access, or even complete database takeover. It's like giving someone the chef's hat who just wants to remix the menu—chaotic! Update the plugin to version 4.6.1 or later immediately to patch this vulnerability. It's crucial to review your database permissions and validate all user inputs to prevent future exploits. 🛡️ You've got this! A quick update and some best practices will keep your site safe and sound! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02370 · 83.6th percentile
Published
2019-10-07T14:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 OCT 14:19Z
    The nex-forms-express-wp-form-builder plugin before 4.6.1 for WordPress has SQL injection via the wp-admin/admin.php?page=nex-forms-main nex_forms_Id parameter
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