CVE-2021-24957

Public Exploit

Advanced Page Visit Counter < 6.1.6 - Subscriber+ Blind SQL injection

Description

The Advanced Page Visit Counter WordPress plugin before 6.1.6 does not escape the artID parameter before using it in a SQL statement in the apvc_reset_count_art AJAX action, available to any authenticated user, leading to a SQL injection

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a282606f-6abf-4f75-99c9-dab0bea8cc96	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24957?: CVE-2021-24957 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24957?: To fix CVE-2021-24957, 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-2021-24957 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-24957 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24957?: CVE-2021-24957 affects Unknown Advanced Page Visit Counter – Advanced WordPress Visit Counter.

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Description

Category

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

References

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