WordPress security changelog
MEDIUM CVE-2022-29419 Modified

3xSocializer: SQL injection

3xSocializer is affected by SQL injection. Exposure depends on how the affected operation is made reachable by the site. A successful request can alter database queries and expose or modify WordPress data.

CVE / CNA score 6.0 CVSS 3.1 · audit@patchstack.com
NVD score 8.8 CVSS 3.1 · nvd@nist.gov
Component
3xSocializer
Plugin slug
3xsocializer
Affected
See vendor advisory
Safe version
See mitigation notes
Published
Apr 25, 2022
Weakness
CWE-89 — Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')

This CVE was published Apr 25, 2022 and is one of 1 known issue for this plugin.

Update, patch or deactivate.

Update 3xSocializer to a release outside the affected range, or disable and remove it until a fixed version is available.

No confirmed safe version is listed. Consider a vendor-supported patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality while you assess the risk.

Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.

Technical description

SQL Injection (SQLi) vulnerability in Don Crowther's 3xSocializer plugin <= 0.98.22 at WordPress possible for users with a low role like a subscriber or higher.

CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

NVD vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary and upstream sources