SQL Injection Vulnerability in Search Everything Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2017-18571

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Wordpress
Status
Search Everything
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 August 2019

What is CVE-2017-18571?

The Search Everything plugin for WordPress, prior to version 8.1.7, is vulnerable to SQL injection, allowing attackers to manipulate database queries through specially crafted inputs. This vulnerability specifically affects WordPress 4.7.x and opens the door for unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in the database, potentially leading to further exploitation if not addressed promptly.

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/search-everything/#developers
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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