CVE-2023-40215 WordPress Demon image annotation Plugin <= 5.1 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
An attacker can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Demon image annotation plugin, potentially reading or modifying database content.
- 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-2023-40215?
CVE-2023-40215 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Demonisblack demon image annotation, published on 3 Nov 2023. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Demonisblack demon image annotation allows SQL Injection.This issue affects demon image annotation: from n/a through 5.1.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-40215?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Superwhite Demon Image Annotation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40215?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-40215 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-2023-40215 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-40215 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Demonisblack demon image annotation
Sources
Also known as GHSA-w8vv-fhxr-4vqg.