CVE-2023-48738 WordPress Porto Theme - Functionality Plugin < 2.12.1 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Porto Theme Functionality plugin, potentially reading or modifying database contents.
- 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-2023-48738?
CVE-2023-48738 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Porto Theme - Functionality, published on 19 Dec 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Porto Theme Porto Theme - Functionality.This issue affects Porto Theme - Functionality: from n/a before 2.12.1.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-48738?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Portotheme Functionality.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48738?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-48738 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-2023-48738 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-48738 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3vvp-hjc4-47w5.