CVE-2017-14723: SQL Injection
First published: Sat Sep 23 2017(Updated: )
Before version 4.8.2, WordPress mishandled % characters and additional placeholder values in $wpdb->prepare, and thus did not properly address the possibility of plugins and themes enabling SQL injection attacks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/wordpress | 5.0.15+dfsg1-0+deb10u1 5.0.19+dfsg1-0+deb10u1 5.7.8+dfsg1-0+deb11u2 6.1.1+dfsg1-1 6.3.1+dfsg1-1 | |
| WordPress | <=4.8.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/41470
- https://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/41496
- https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/commit/70b21279098fc973eae803693c0705a548128e48
- https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress/commit/fc930d3daed1c3acef010d04acc2c5de93cd18ec
- https://medium.com/websec/wordpress-sqli-bbb2afcc8e94
- https://medium.com/websec/wordpress-sqli-poc-f1827c20bf8e
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-14723
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100912
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039553
- https://wordpress.org/news/2017/09/wordpress-4-8-2-security-and-maintenance-release/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3997
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14723?
CVE-2017-14723 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow SQL injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14723?
To fix CVE-2017-14723, update WordPress to version 4.8.2 or later.
What versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2017-14723?
CVE-2017-14723 affects WordPress versions prior to 4.8.2.
Can CVE-2017-14723 be exploited by plugins?
Yes, CVE-2017-14723 can potentially be exploited by plugins that misuse the $wpdb->prepare function.
What types of attacks can CVE-2017-14723 facilitate?
CVE-2017-14723 can facilitate SQL injection attacks, potentially compromising the database and exposing sensitive data.
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