Vulnerability Description
The SQL injection vulnerability in the Hide My WP WordPress plugin (versions <= 6.2.3) is possible because of how the IP address is retrieved and used inside a SQL query. The function "hmwp_get_user_ip" tries to retrieve the IP address from multiple headers, including IP address headers that the user can spoof, such as "X-Forwarded-For." As a result, the malicious payload supplied in one of these IP address headers will be directly inserted into the SQL query, making SQL injection possible.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwave | Hide My Wp | <= 6.2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://codecanyon.net/item/hide-my-wp-amazing-security-plugin-for-wordpress/417Product
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/hide-my-wp/wordpress-hide-my-wp-prPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://patchstack.com/hide-my-wp-vulnerabilities-fixed/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://codecanyon.net/item/hide-my-wp-amazing-security-plugin-for-wordpress/417Product
- https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/hide-my-wp/wordpress-hide-my-wp-prPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://patchstack.com/hide-my-wp-vulnerabilities-fixed/ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-36916?
CVE-2021-36916 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). The SQL injection vulnerability in the Hide My WP WordPress plugin (versions <= 6.2.3) is possible because of how the IP address is retrieved and used inside a SQL query. The function "hmwp_get_user_i...
How severe is CVE-2021-36916?
CVE-2021-36916 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-36916?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpwave Hide My Wp.