CVE-2024-6809: Simple Video Directory < 1.4.3 - Unauthenticated SQLi

Published May 15, 2025
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Updated

The Simple Video Directory WordPress plugin before 1.4.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, leading to a SQL injection.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Simple Video Directory Simple Video Directory<1.4.3
QuantumCloud Simple Video Directory Wordpress<1.4.3

Event History

May 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:07 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6809?

CVE-2024-6809 has a severity rating that indicates it poses a risk of SQL injection due to improper sanitization of parameters.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-6809?

To remediate CVE-2024-6809, update the Simple Video Directory plugin to version 1.4.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-6809?

Users of the Simple Video Directory WordPress plugin prior to version 1.4.3 are affected by CVE-2024-6809.

4

Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-6809?

Yes, CVE-2024-6809 can be exploited by unauthenticated users through an AJAX action.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6809?

CVE-2024-6809 is a SQL injection vulnerability that can compromise the database through lack of proper input sanitization.

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