Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2018-12636 |
CWE-ID | CWE-89 |
Exploitation vector | Network |
Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
Vulnerable software Subscribe |
iThemes Security Web applications / Modules and components for CMS |
Vendor | iThemes |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU13496
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-12636
CWE-ID:
CWE-89 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands in web application database.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient sanitization of user-supplied data in "orderby" parameter on the "itsec-logs" page. A remote authenticated administrator can send a specially crafted HTTP request to vulnerable script and execute arbitrary SQL commands in web application database.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to gain administrative access to vulnerable web application.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
iThemes Security: 5.6.0 - 7.0.2
CPE2.3http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44943/
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.