CVE-2022-45808CWE-89

WordPress LearnPress Plugin <= 4.1.7.3.2 is vulnerable to SQL Injection

Critical · published January 24, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An SQL injection vulnerability in LearnPress could let an attacker access your database like a gossiping neighbor peering through the wrong window! 🔥 Think of your database as a well-guarded library. This vulnerability is like someone sneaking in and asking the librarian for any book by simply saying all the right words without showing a library card — they can read, steal, or even alter the records they shouldn't have access to! This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate your database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising user data, or even taking complete control of your site. The potential chaos could be absolutely devastating for your online learning platform and your users!

Put simply

Think of your database as a well-guarded library. This vulnerability is like someone sneaking in and asking the librarian for any book by simply saying all the right words without showing a library card — they can read, steal, or even alter the records they shouldn't have access to! The SQL injection flaw in LearnPress allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code via user input fields, bypassing normal authentication checks and gaining unrestricted access to the database.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate your database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising user data, or even taking complete control of your site. The potential chaos could be absolutely devastating for your online learning platform and your users! Immediate action is essential! Update your LearnPress plugin to version 4.1.8 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review your input validation practices to strengthen your defenses against SQL injection attacks. You've got this! With these steps, you'll have your site secured in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.9 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04269 · 91.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2023-01-24T09:13Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JAN 09:13Z
    WordPress LearnPress Plugin <= 4.1.7.3.2 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
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