CVE-2012-6625 in ForumPress
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in fs-admin/fs-admin.php in the ForumPress WP Forum Server plugin before 1.7.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the groupid parameter in an editgroup action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/13/2025
The CVE-2012-6625 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the ForumPress WP Forum Server plugin for WordPress, specifically affecting versions prior to 1.7.4. This vulnerability resides in the fs-admin/fs-admin.php file and manifests through the groupid parameter during editgroup actions, creating a significant security risk for wordpress installations that utilize this forum plugin. The flaw enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands without authentication, potentially compromising the entire database infrastructure underlying the wordpress installation.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through improper input validation and sanitization within the forum plugin's administrative interface. When a user performs an editgroup action with a maliciously crafted groupid parameter, the application fails to properly escape or validate the input before incorporating it into sql query constructions. This creates a classic sql injection vector where attacker-controlled data becomes part of the sql execution context, allowing for unauthorized database access and manipulation. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection as a fundamental weakness in application security where untrusted data is directly incorporated into sql commands.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can lead to complete database compromise, unauthorized user account creation, content manipulation, and potential lateral movement within the compromised wordpress environment. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges, modify forum configurations, delete critical data, or even establish persistent backdoors within the wordpress installation. The remote nature of the attack means that threat actors do not require physical access to the server or local network presence, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous for publicly accessible wordpress installations.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement mitigations including updating to ForumPress WP Forum Server version 1.7.4 or later, which contains the necessary input validation patches. Additionally, network administrators should consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts, while security teams should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify any other potentially affected components within their wordpress infrastructure. The remediation process should also include monitoring database logs for suspicious activities and implementing proper input sanitization practices across all user-controllable parameters within the application. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of keeping wordpress plugins updated and maintaining robust security practices within web application environments, as highlighted by ATT&CK technique T1190 which addresses exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications.