CVE-2014-8586 in CP Multi View Event Calendar
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the CP Multi View Event Calendar plugin 1.01 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the calid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/08/2025
The CVE-2014-8586 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the CP Multi View Event Calendar plugin version 1.01 for WordPress platforms. This vulnerability specifically targets the calid parameter within the plugin's functionality, creating an avenue for remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands on the affected system. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization practices within the plugin's codebase, allowing malicious actors to manipulate sql queries through crafted input parameters. The affected plugin operates within the wordpress ecosystem, making it particularly dangerous as wordpress powers over 30% of websites globally, creating a vast attack surface for potential exploitation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability resides in the improper handling of user-supplied input within the plugin's backend processing logic. When the calid parameter is submitted through http requests, the plugin fails to adequately sanitize or validate this input before incorporating it into sql query structures. This lack of input filtering creates a direct path for attackers to inject malicious sql payloads that can be executed with the privileges of the database user account. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws, and represents a classic example of insufficient input validation. Attackers can leverage this weakness to perform unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion operations, potentially leading to complete system compromise.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-8586 extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with elevated privileges and persistent access to the underlying database infrastructure. Remote exploitation allows attackers to execute commands that can extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and system configurations. The vulnerability enables attackers to manipulate event calendar data, potentially creating false events or removing legitimate entries to disrupt operations. Additionally, successful exploitation can lead to privilege escalation within the database environment, allowing attackers to access other database tables or even escalate to operating system level access depending on database configuration. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1071.004 for application layer protocol and T1566 for credential harvesting through web application attacks.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2014-8586 require immediate action including the immediate patching of the affected plugin to version 1.02 or later, which contains proper input validation and sanitization measures. System administrators should implement web application firewalls to monitor and filter suspicious sql injection patterns targeting the calid parameter. Database access controls should be reviewed to ensure that the wordpress database user account operates with minimal necessary privileges, following the principle of least privilege. Input validation should be enhanced at multiple layers including application level, web server level, and database level to provide defense in depth. Regular security audits and vulnerability scanning should be implemented to identify similar issues in other wordpress plugins and themes. Additionally, implementing proper error handling that prevents detailed sql error messages from being exposed to end users helps reduce information leakage that could aid attackers in exploitation attempts. Organizations should also consider implementing database activity monitoring solutions to detect anomalous sql query patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.