CVE-2020-36972 SmartBlog 2.0.1 - 'id_post' Blind SQL injection
Attackers can extract database information via blind SQL injection in the id_post parameter of the SmartBlog plugin.
- 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-2020-36972?
CVE-2020-36972 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in smartdatasoft SmartBlog, published on 28 Jan 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SmartBlog 2.0.1 contains a blind SQL injection vulnerability in the 'id_post' parameter of the details controller that allows attackers to extract database information. Attackers can systematically test and retrieve database contents by injecting crafted SQL queries that compare character-by-character of database information.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-36972?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Smartdatasoft Smartblog.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36972?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-36972 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-2020-36972 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2020-36972 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in smartdatasoft SmartBlog
Sources
Also known as GHSA-h5jp-4qg2-hm8r.