CVE-2024-6028: Quiz Maker <= 6.5.8.3 - Unauthenticated SQL Injection via 'ays_questions' Parameter
First published: Tue Jun 25 2024(Updated: )
The Quiz Maker plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to time-based SQL Injection via the 'ays_questions' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 6.5.8.3 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Quiz Maker | <=6.5.8.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ab340c65-35eb-4a85-8150-3119b46c7f35?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/quiz-maker/tags/6.5.7.5/public/class-quiz-maker-public.php#L4904
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/quiz-maker/tags/6.5.7.5/public/class-quiz-maker-public.php#L6901
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/quiz-maker/#developers
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3103402/quiz-maker/tags/6.5.8.2/public/class-quiz-maker-public.php?old=3102679&old_path=quiz-maker%2Ftags%2F6.5.8.1%2Fpublic%2Fclass-quiz-maker-public.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3105555/quiz-maker/tags/6.5.8.4/public/class-quiz-maker-public.php?old=3104323&old_path=quiz-maker%2Ftags%2F6.5.8.3%2Fpublic%2Fclass-quiz-maker-public.php
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6028?
CVE-2024-6028 has a high severity rating due to its potential for time-based SQL injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6028?
To fix CVE-2024-6028, update the Quiz Maker plugin to version 6.5.8.4 or later to ensure the SQL query is properly prepared and escaped.
Which versions of the Quiz Maker plugin are affected by CVE-2024-6028?
CVE-2024-6028 affects all versions of the Quiz Maker plugin up to and including version 6.5.8.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6028?
CVE-2024-6028 is a time-based SQL Injection vulnerability that can be exploited through the 'ays_questions' parameter.
What should I do if I cannot update the Quiz Maker plugin due to compatibility issues after CVE-2024-6028?
If you cannot update due to compatibility issues, consider implementing web application firewalls or other security measures as a temporary defense against CVE-2024-6028.
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