CVE-2025-1768: SEO Plugin by Squirrly SEO <= 12.4.05 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) SQL Injection via search Parameter
The SEO Plugin by Squirrly SEO plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to blind SQL Injection via the 'search' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 12.4.05 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 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-2025-1768?
CVE-2025-1768 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1768?
To fix CVE-2025-1768, upgrade the Squirrly SEO Plugin to version 12.4.06 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
What types of attacks can CVE-2025-1768 enable?
CVE-2025-1768 can enable blind SQL injection attacks, allowing attackers to manipulate the database without an explicit error message.
Is CVE-2025-1768 present in all versions of the Squirrly SEO Plugin?
CVE-2025-1768 affects all versions of the Squirrly SEO Plugin up to and including version 12.4.05.
What is the affected software for CVE-2025-1768?
CVE-2025-1768 affects the Squirrly SEO Plugin for WordPress across all versions up to and including 12.4.05.