What is the severity of CVE-2005-2108?

CVE-2005-2108 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation through SQL injection.

How can I fix CVE-2005-2108?

To fix CVE-2005-2108, update your WordPress installation to version 1.5.1.3 or later, which has mitigated this vulnerability.

Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2005-2108?

WordPress versions 1.0 through 1.5.1.2 are affected by CVE-2005-2108 and are vulnerable to SQL injection.

What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2005-2108?

CVE-2005-2108 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to data manipulation or unauthorized access.

Is user input validation relevant in the context of CVE-2005-2108?

Yes, the vulnerability arises from a lack of input filtering in the HTTP_RAW_POST_DATA variable, highlighting the need for proper input validation.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2005-2108

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 89

1/7/2005

7/8/2024

CVE-2005-2108: SQL Injection

First published: Fri Jul 01 2005(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in XMLRPC server in WordPress 1.5.1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via input that is not filtered in the HTTP_RAW_POST_DATA variable, which stores the data in an XML file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WordPress	=1.0
WordPress	=1.0.1
WordPress	=1.0.2
WordPress	=1.2
WordPress	=1.5
WordPress	=1.5.1
WordPress	=1.5.1.2

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http://secunia.com/advisories/15831

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2108?
CVE-2005-2108 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation through SQL injection.
How can I fix CVE-2005-2108?
To fix CVE-2005-2108, update your WordPress installation to version 1.5.1.3 or later, which has mitigated this vulnerability.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2005-2108?
WordPress versions 1.0 through 1.5.1.2 are affected by CVE-2005-2108 and are vulnerable to SQL injection.
What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2005-2108?
CVE-2005-2108 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to data manipulation or unauthorized access.
Is user input validation relevant in the context of CVE-2005-2108?
Yes, the vulnerability arises from a lack of input filtering in the HTTP_RAW_POST_DATA variable, highlighting the need for proper input validation.

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