CVE-2019-6012 SQL injection in wpDataTables Lite
Authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in wpDataTables Lite, potentially reading or modifying database contents.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2019-6012?
CVE-2019-6012 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in TMS-Plugins wpDataTables Lite, published on 26 Dec 2019. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in the wpDataTables Lite Version 2.0.11 and earlier allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-6012?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Tms-Outsource Wpdatatables Lite.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6012?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-6012 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-2019-6012 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-6012 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in TMS-Plugins wpDataTables Lite
Sources
Also known as GHSA-pmx2-5hvr-g55h.