CVE-2024-8855

Public Exploit
WordPress Auction <= 3.7 - Editor+ SQL Injection

Description

The WordPress Auction Plugin WordPress plugin through 3.7 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, allowing editors and above to perform SQL injection attacks

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown WordPress Auction Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/04084f2a-45b8-4249-a472-f156fad0c90a/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8855?
CVE-2024-8855 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8855?
To fix CVE-2024-8855, 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-2024-8855 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-8855 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-2024-8855?
CVE-2024-8855 affects Unknown WordPress Auction Plugin.
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