Vulnerability Description
Product Catalog 8 1.2 plugin for WordPress contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the selectedCategory parameter. Attackers can submit POST requests to the admin-ajax.php endpoint with the UpdateCategoryList action to extract sensitive database information from WordPress tables.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lenonleite.com.br/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/product-catalog-8/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40783
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/product-catalog-8-plugin-wordpress-sql-inje
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-20065?
CVE-2016-20065 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Product Catalog 8 1.2 plugin for WordPress contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the select...
How severe is CVE-2016-20065?
CVE-2016-20065 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-20065?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.