CVE-2021-24459

Public Exploit
Survey Maker < 1.5.6 - Authenticated Blind SQL Injections

Description

The get_results() and get_items() functions in the Survey Maker WordPress plugin before 1.5.6 did not use whitelist or validate the orderby parameter before using it in SQL statements passed to the get_results() DB calls, leading to SQL injection issues in the admin dashboard

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.53%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Ays Pro Survey Maker
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3fafbec0-55e4-41cf-8402-1b57b6615225 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24459?
CVE-2021-24459 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24459?
To fix CVE-2021-24459, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24459 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24459 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24459?
CVE-2021-24459 affects Ays Pro Survey Maker.
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