CVE-2024-11135: Eventer <= 3.9.8 - Unauthenticated SQL Injection via eventer_get_attendees
The Eventer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the 'event' parameter in the 'eventergetattendees' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.8 due to insufficient escaping on the user supplied parameter and lack of sufficient preparation on the existing SQL query. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to append additional SQL queries into already existing queries that can be used to extract sensitive information from the database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-11135?
CVE-2024-11135 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for SQL Injection attacks on WordPress sites.
How does CVE-2024-11135 exploit SQL Injection?
CVE-2024-11135 exploits SQL Injection through insufficient escaping of the 'event' parameter in the 'eventer_get_attendees' function.
Which versions of the Eventer plugin are affected by CVE-2024-11135?
CVE-2024-11135 affects all versions of the Eventer plugin up to and including version 3.9.8.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11135?
To fix CVE-2024-11135, users should update the Eventer plugin to version 3.9.9 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What should I do if I cannot update to a secure version for CVE-2024-11135?
If unable to update to a secure version for CVE-2024-11135, you should disable the Eventer plugin to mitigate the risk of exploitation.