CVE-2018-16159 SQL injection in n/a
An attacker can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the template_id parameter in the Gift Vouchers plugin, potentially accessing or modifying database contents.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2018-16159?
CVE-2018-16159 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Aug 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The Gift Vouchers plugin through 2.0.1 for WordPress allows SQL Injection via the template_id parameter in a wp-admin/admin-ajax.php wpgv_doajax_front_template request.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-16159?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Codemenschen Gift Vouchers.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16159?
No fix has been published for CVE-2018-16159 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.
Is CVE-2018-16159 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2018-16159 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Nuclei template.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-6cfg-p9mx-f38q.