Vulnerability Description
KittyCatfish 2.2 plugin for WordPress contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read database contents by exploiting an unescaped GET parameter. Attackers can inject SQL code through the 'kc_ad' parameter in base.css.php or kittycatfish.php to extract sensitive database information using boolean-based blind or time-based blind techniques.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://tad.group
- https://wordpress.org/plugins-wp/kittycatfish/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41919
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/kittycatfish-plugin-for-wordpress-sql-injec
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-20246?
CVE-2017-20246 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). KittyCatfish 2.2 plugin for WordPress contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read database contents by exploiting an unescaped GET parameter. Attackers can in...
How severe is CVE-2017-20246?
CVE-2017-20246 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-2017-20246?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.