CVE-2024-43966 WordPress WP Testimonial Widget plugin <= 3.1 - SQL Injection vulnerability

High 7.6 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the WP Testimonial Widget 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-2024-43966?

CVE-2024-43966 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Stark Digital WP Testimonial Widget, published on 26 Aug 2024. 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 Stark Digital WP Testimonial Widget.This issue affects WP Testimonial Widget: from n/a through 3.1.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-43966?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Starkdigital Wp Testimonial Widget.

How do I fix CVE-2024-43966?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-43966 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-2024-43966 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-43966 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-25gm-jxwr-cv79.

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