WordPress MainWP Broken Links Checker Extension Plugin <= 4.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
CVE-2023-23737

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
WordPress
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 October 2023

Summary

The MainWP Broken Links Checker Extension plugin versions up to 4.0 are susceptible to an unauthenticated SQL Injection vulnerability. This security flaw allows attackers to manipulate and execute arbitrary SQL queries through the application’s input fields, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data within the database. Website owners using this extension should be vigilant and apply the necessary updates or patches to secure their installations and prevent exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

MainWP Broken Links Checker Extension <= 4.0

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dave Jong (Patchstack)
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