CVE-2023-45657CWE-89

WordPress Nexter Theme <= 2.0.3 is vulnerable to SQL Injection

High · published November 6, 2023

CVSS v3.1
8.5
EPSS
2%
Percentile
74.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An SQL injection vulnerability lurking in POSIMYTH Nexter could let attackers slip right through the cracks! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant giving a diner a menu without asking them to order from it. An attacker could simply write their own requests, getting access to sensitive data that should be off-limits – like stealing secret recipes! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database queries directly, potentially exposing sensitive customer information, altering data, or even wiping databases clean! It's a huge risk for businesses relying on Nexter to keep their data safe.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant giving a diner a menu without asking them to order from it. An attacker could simply write their own requests, getting access to sensitive data that should be off-limits – like stealing secret recipes! The vulnerability stems from improper handling of special characters in SQL commands, enabling malicious input that the database executes as legitimate queries. This could lead to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database queries directly, potentially exposing sensitive customer information, altering data, or even wiping databases clean! It's a huge risk for businesses relying on Nexter to keep their data safe. To protect your systems, update to the latest Nexter version immediately, ensuring that all SQL queries are properly parameterized to prevent injection. Additionally, conduct a security audit to identify and remediate any other potential vulnerabilities. You’ve got this! By following these steps, you'll ensure your database remains protected and secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.5 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01553 · 74.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2023-11-06T08:52Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 NOV 08:52Z
    WordPress Nexter Theme <= 2.0.3 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
    cvelistv5