Vulnerability Description
WP AutoSuggest 0.24 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the wpas_keys parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to autosuggest.php with crafted wpas_keys values to extract sensitive database information from WordPress posts and other tables.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kaimi.io
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-autosuggest/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45977
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wp-autosuggest-sql-injection-via-autosugges
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-25434?
CVE-2018-25434 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). WP AutoSuggest 0.24 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the wpas_keys parameter. Attacker...
How severe is CVE-2018-25434?
CVE-2018-25434 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-2018-25434?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.