CVE-2023-47852 WordPress Link Whisper Free Plugin <= 0.6.5 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
An attacker can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Link Whisper Free plugin, potentially reading or modifying database content.
- 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-2023-47852?
CVE-2023-47852 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Link Whisper Free, published on 20 Dec 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Link Whisper Link Whisper Free.This issue affects Link Whisper Free: from n/a through 0.6.5.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-47852?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Linkwhisper Link Whisper Free.
How do I fix CVE-2023-47852?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-47852 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-2023-47852 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-47852 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rqvh-hrwh-vv6f.