CVE-2024-37112CWE-89

WordPress WishList Member X plugin < 3.26.7 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary SQL Query Execution vulnerability

Critical · published July 9, 2024

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
0%
Percentile
41.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky SQL injection vulnerability in WishList Member X could let attackers waltz right into your database! Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking what’s actually in the kitchen. If a server can just write any dish down without verification, the kitchen (your database) might serve up something dangerous! An attacker could manipulate SQL commands to access sensitive data, change user credentials, or even wipe everything clean! This isn’t just messy; it could be absolutely devastating for your members and your reputation.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking what’s actually in the kitchen. If a server can just write any dish down without verification, the kitchen (your database) might serve up something dangerous! This SQL injection vulnerability occurs due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries that can compromise your database integrity.

What to do

An attacker could manipulate SQL commands to access sensitive data, change user credentials, or even wipe everything clean! This isn’t just messy; it could be absolutely devastating for your members and your reputation. Patch to version 3.26.7 immediately to close this critical loophole. Additionally, review your SQL query practices and consider using prepared statements to prevent future injections. Don't wait; your database deserves better protection! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be back in the security hero game in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00486 · 41.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2024-07-09T09:07Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 JUL 09:07Z
    WordPress WishList Member X plugin < 3.26.7 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary SQL Query Execution vulnerability
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