CVE-2021-25070
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.58%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25070 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Block Bad Bots WordPress plugin before 6.88 does not properly sanitise and escape the User Agent before using it in a SQL statement to record logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Block Bad Bots WordPress plugin before 6.88 does not properly sanitise and escape the User Agent before using it in a SQL statement to record logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Stopbadbots | Block And Stop Bad Bots | < 6.88 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e00b2946-15e5-4458-9b13-2e272630a36fExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e00b2946-15e5-4458-9b13-2e272630a36fExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25070?
The Block Bad Bots WordPress plugin before 6.88 does not properly sanitise and escape the User Agent before using it in a SQL statement to record logs, leading to an SQL Injection issue
How severe is CVE-2021-25070?
CVE-2021-25070 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25070?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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