CVE-2022-45820 WordPress LearnPress Plugin <= 4.1.7.3.2 is vulnerable to SQL Injection

Critical 9.1 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the LearnPress WordPress plugin, potentially reading or modifying database contents.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2022-45820?

CVE-2022-45820 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in ThimPress LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin, published on 24 Jan 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL Injection (SQLi) vulnerability in LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin <= 4.1.7.3.2 versions.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-45820?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Thimpress Learnpress.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45820?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-45820 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-2022-45820 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-45820 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3m5j-rg6q-w4gv.

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