CVE-2021-24786: Download Monitor < 4.4.5 - Admin+ SQL Injection

Published Jan 3, 2022
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Updated

The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 4.4.5 does not properly validate and escape the "orderby" GET parameter before using it in a SQL statement when viewing the logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPChill Download Monitor Wordpress<4.4.5

Event History

Jan 3, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:49 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-24786.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-24786?

The severity level of CVE-2021-24786 is high with a score of 7.2.

3

Which software version is affected by CVE-2021-24786?

The Download Monitor WordPress plugin version up to and excluding 4.4.5 is affected by CVE-2021-24786.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-24786?

CVE-2021-24786 allows for SQL Injection, which can lead to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-24786?

To fix CVE-2021-24786, update the Download Monitor WordPress plugin to version 4.4.5 or later.

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