CVE-2023-5437: WP fade in text news <= 12.0 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) SQL Injection via Shortcode
The WP fade in text news plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the plugin's shortcode in versions up to, and including, 12.0 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-2023-5437?
CVE-2023-5437 is a vulnerability in the WP fade in text news plugin for WordPress that allows SQL Injection via the plugin's shortcode.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5437?
The severity of CVE-2023-5437 is high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-5437?
Versions up to and including 12.0 of the WP fade in text news plugin for WordPress are affected by CVE-2023-5437.
How can I fix CVE-2023-5437?
To fix CVE-2023-5437, update the WP fade in text news plugin for WordPress to a version beyond 12.0.
What is the CWE classification of CVE-2023-5437?
CVE-2023-5437 is classified under CWE-89, which is for SQL Injection vulnerabilities.