CVE-2023-2601
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.76%
Last modified
CVE-2023-2601 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The wpbrutalai WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by admin via CSRF.. EPSS estimates a 1.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The wpbrutalai WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by admin via CSRF.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp Brutal Ai Project | Wp Brutal Ai | < 2.0.0 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/173732/WordPress-WP-Brutal-AI-Cross-Site-Request-Forgery-SQL-Injection.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/57769468-3802-4985-bf5e-44ec1d59f5fdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/173732/WordPress-WP-Brutal-AI-Cross-Site-Request-Forgery-SQL-Injection.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/57769468-3802-4985-bf5e-44ec1d59f5fdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-2601?
The wpbrutalai WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by admin via CSRF.
How severe is CVE-2023-2601?
CVE-2023-2601 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2601?
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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