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CVE-2023-50845 WordPress GeoDirectory Plugin <= 2.3.28 is vulnerable to SQL Injection

High 7.6 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the GeoDirectory WordPress plugin, potentially reading or modifying 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-2023-50845?

CVE-2023-50845 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in AyeCode - WordPress Business Directory Plugins GeoDirectory – WordPress Business Directory Plugin, or Classified Directory, published on 28 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 AyeCode - WordPress Business Directory Plugins GeoDirectory – WordPress Business Directory Plugin, or Classified Directory.This issue affects GeoDirectory – WordPress Business Directory Plugin, or Classified Directory: from n/a through 2.3.28.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-50845?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ayecode Geodirectory.

How do I fix CVE-2023-50845?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-50845 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-2023-50845 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-50845 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f9c3-v8hj-gm62.

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