SQL Injection in WP Hotel Booking Plugin

Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a SQL injection flaw in the WP Hotel Booking WordPress plugin versions before 2.3.2. It occurs because the plugin fails to properly sanitize and escape a search parameter used in an administrative listing before incorporating it into a SQL query. This allows users with specific booking-management roles to inject malicious SQL code.

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Detection Guidance

Check if the WP Hotel Booking plugin version is below 2.3.2. Inspect server logs for unusual SQL query patterns or errors. Use tools like WPScan to scan for vulnerable installations.

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Impact Analysis

If you use the affected WP Hotel Booking plugin, attackers with booking-management roles could exploit this to manipulate your database. This may lead to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion, potentially compromising sensitive information like customer details or booking records.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA by exposing protected health or personal data. GDPR requires protecting personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguarding health information. A breach could result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

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Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP Hotel Booking plugin to version 2.3.2 or later immediately. Remove or restrict access for users with booking-management roles until the update is applied.

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