CVE-2023-0278

Public Exploit

GeoDirectory < 2.2.24 - Admin+ SQLi

Description

The GeoDirectory WordPress plugin before 2.2.24 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by high privilege users such as admin.

7.2

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.22%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown GeoDirectory

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/98deb84e-01ca-4b70-a8f8-0a226daa85a6	exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://bulletin.iese.de/post/geodirectory_2-2-21	broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0278?: CVE-2023-0278 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-0278?: To fix CVE-2023-0278, 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-2023-0278 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2023-0278 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-2023-0278?: CVE-2023-0278 affects Unknown GeoDirectory.

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