Learn about CVE-2020-11530, a blind SQL injection vulnerability in Chop Slider 3 WordPress plugin, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries in the context of the WP database user. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
A blind SQL injection vulnerability in Chop Slider 3, a WordPress plugin, allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries.
Understanding CVE-2020-11530
What is CVE-2020-11530?
A blind SQL injection vulnerability is present in Chop Slider 3, a WordPress plugin, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries.
The Impact of CVE-2020-11530
The vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries within the context of the WordPress database user.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-11530
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is introduced in the id GET parameter supplied to get_script/index.php in Chop Slider 3.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the id GET parameter in get_script/index.php to execute arbitrary SQL queries.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates