CVE-2023-49166 WordPress MSync Plugin <= 1.0.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection
An attacker can exploit SQL injection in the MSync WordPress plugin to read or modify database contents.
- 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-2023-49166?
CVE-2023-49166 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Magic Logix MSync, published on 20 Dec 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 Magic Logix MSync.This issue affects MSync: from n/a through 1.0.0.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-49166?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Magiclogix Msync.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49166?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-49166 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-2023-49166 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-49166 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p2q8-4m63-vqfx.