CVE-2021-24461 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability affecting the FAQ Builder AYS WordPress plugin prior to version 1.3.6. The flaw, rated 8.8 CVSS, stems from improper validation of the 'orderby' parameter in the get_faqs() function, allowing authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands within the admin dashboard. This could lead to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploits, Metasploit modules, or Nuclei templates are currently available, and there is minimal community discussion, the vulnerability's high impact necessitates prompt patching.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 1.3.6CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:ays-pro:faq_builder:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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