SQL Injection Vulnerability in Short URL Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2023-2921

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Short Url
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 June 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-2921?

The Short URL plugin for WordPress, when operating on versions up to 1.6.8, has a vulnerability due to improper sanitization and escaping of parameters in SQL statements. This flaw allows individuals with lower permissions, such as subscribers, to perform SQL injection attacks. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can manipulate the database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or other malicious actions.

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Affected Version(s)

Short URL 0 <= 1.6.8

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-2023-2921 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0f85db4f-8493-4941-8f3c-...
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dao Xuan Hieu
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