CVE-2021-24462

Public Exploit

Photo Gallery by Ays - Responsive Image Gallery < 4.4.4 - Authenticated Blind SQL Injections

Description

The get_gallery_categories() and get_galleries() functions in the Photo Gallery by Ays – Responsive Image Gallery WordPress plugin before 4.4.4 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

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e24dac6d-de48-42c1-bdde-4a45fb331376	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24462?: CVE-2021-24462 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24462?: To fix CVE-2021-24462, 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-2021-24462 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-24462 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-2021-24462?: CVE-2021-24462 affects Ays Pro Photo Gallery by Ays – Responsive Image Gallery.

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Description

Category

CWE-89 – Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')

References

Frequently Asked Questions