CVE-2024-5605: Media Library Assistant <= 3.16 - Authenticated (Contributor+) SQL Injection via order Parameter
The Media Library Assistant plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to time-based SQL Injection via the ‘order’ parameter within the mlatagcloud Shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.16 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 contributor-level access and above, 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 the severity of CVE-2024-5605?
CVE-2024-5605 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via SQL injection.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5605?
To fix CVE-2024-5605, you should upgrade the Media Library Assistant plugin to version 3.17 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-5605?
CVE-2024-5605 affects all versions of the Media Library Assistant plugin up to and including 3.16.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5605?
CVE-2024-5605 is a time-based SQL Injection vulnerability.
Is manual intervention required to address CVE-2024-5605?
Yes, manual intervention is required to update the Media Library Assistant plugin to mitigate CVE-2024-5605.