CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-50839: WordPress JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin <= 2.8.1 is vulnerable to SQL Injection

First published: Thu Dec 28 2023(Updated: )

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in JS Help Desk JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin.This issue affects JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin: from n/a through 2.8.1.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
JS Help Desk<=2.8.1

Remedy

Update to 2.8.2 or a higher version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-50839?

    CVE-2023-50839 is classified as a high severity SQL Injection vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-50839?

    To fix CVE-2023-50839, update the JS Help Desk plugin to version 2.8.2 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2023-50839?

    CVE-2023-50839 affects the JS Help Desk plugin version 2.8.1 and earlier.

  • Is CVE-2023-50839 an authenticated or unauthenticated vulnerability?

    CVE-2023-50839 is an unauthenticated SQL Injection vulnerability.

  • What can be exploited in CVE-2023-50839?

    CVE-2023-50839 can be exploited to manipulate SQL queries and access sensitive data.

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