SQL Injection Vulnerability in Survey & Poll Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2021-47941

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Survey & Poll
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2021-47941?

The Survey & Poll plugin for WordPress, specifically version 1.5.7.3, is susceptible to an SQL injection vulnerability. This issue permits unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries through the wp_sap cookie parameter. By crafting malicious SQL payloads, an attacker can potentially gain access to sensitive information stored in the WordPress database, such as usernames and passwords. This exposes the site to significant risk, emphasizing the need for timely updates and securing vulnerable plugins.

Affected Version(s)

Survey & Poll 1.5.7.3

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2021-47941 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50269
exploit
http://modalsurvey.pantherius.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wordpress-plugin-sur...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Mohin Paramasivam (Shad0wQu35t)
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