SQL Injection Vulnerability in a Popular Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2021-21920

7.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Advantech
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 December 2021

What is CVE-2021-21920?

This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute SQL injection by sending specially-crafted HTTP requests. By manipulating the 'surname_filter' parameter during authenticated sessions, attackers can exploit the vulnerability potentially through cross-site request forgery mechanisms. Proper validation and sanitization of user inputs are critical to mitigate such risks, ensuring the security of applications and user data.

Affected Version(s)

Advantech Advantech R-SeeNet Advantech R-SeeNet 2.4.15 (30.07.2021)

References

https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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