CVE-2023-4490
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.12%
Last modified
CVE-2023-4490 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Job Portal WordPress plugin before 2.0.6 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users. EPSS estimates a 3.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP Job Portal WordPress plugin before 2.0.6 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wpjobportal | Wp Job Portal | < 2.0.6 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/986024f0-3c8d-44d8-a9c9-1dd284d7db0dExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/986024f0-3c8d-44d8-a9c9-1dd284d7db0dExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-4490?
The WP Job Portal WordPress plugin before 2.0.6 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by unauthenticated users
How severe is CVE-2023-4490?
CVE-2023-4490 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-4490?
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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