CVE-2025-52831
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-04
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| CWE-89 | The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a high-severity SQL Injection flaw in the WordPress Video List Manager plugin (up to version 1.7). It allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into the website's database queries, potentially enabling them to access or manipulate sensitive data without authorization. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers to directly interact with your website's database, leading to potential data theft or other malicious actions. Because the plugin is abandoned and unpatched, there is a high risk of mass exploitation and automated attacks. Simply deactivating the plugin does not eliminate the risk, so applying a virtual patch or replacing the plugin is strongly advised. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by monitoring for unusual or suspicious SQL queries targeting the Video List Manager plugin, especially those attempting SQL Injection patterns. Since the plugin is vulnerable to unauthenticated SQL Injection, scanning web requests for typical SQL Injection payloads (e.g., ' OR '1'='1', UNION SELECT statements) in parameters related to the plugin can help detect exploitation attempts. Using web application firewall (WAF) logs or intrusion detection systems (IDS) with SQL Injection detection rules can also assist. Specific commands depend on your environment, but for example, using tools like 'grep' on web server logs to find suspicious input patterns or using SQL query logs to identify anomalous queries may help. However, no explicit detection commands are provided in the resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack to block attacks targeting this SQL Injection vulnerability until an official fix is released. Users are strongly advised to apply this virtual patch or replace the vulnerable Video List Manager plugin entirely. Simply deactivating the plugin does not remove the security risk. Due to the high severity and likelihood of automated exploitation, rapid mitigation through virtual patching or plugin replacement is critical. [1]