CVE-2023-5429: Information Reel <= 10.0 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) SQL Injection via Shortcode
The Information Reel plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the plugin's shortcode in versions up to, and including, 10.0 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with subscriber-level and above permissions to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
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What is CVE-2023-5429?
CVE-2023-5429 is a vulnerability in the Information Reel plugin for WordPress that allows SQL Injection via the plugin's shortcode.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5429?
The severity of CVE-2023-5429 is high with a severity value of 8.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-5429?
The Information Reel plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 10.1 are affected.
How does CVE-2023-5429 work?
CVE-2023-5429 works by exploiting insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query.
How can I fix CVE-2023-5429?
To fix CVE-2023-5429, you should update to a version of the Information Reel plugin for WordPress that is later than 10.1.