CVE-2024-13608 in Track Logins Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 02/17/2025
The Track Logins WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, allowing admins to perform SQL injection attacks
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/17/2025
The Track Logins WordPress plugin version 1.0 contains a critical sql injection vulnerability that arises from insufficient input sanitization and escaping mechanisms. This flaw exists within the plugin's handling of user-supplied parameters that are directly incorporated into sql queries without proper validation or escaping. The vulnerability specifically affects the plugin's administrative functions where user input is processed and subsequently used in database operations. Attackers with administrator privileges can exploit this weakness to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information or compromising the entire wordpress installation. The issue stems from the plugin's failure to implement proper parameterized queries or input sanitization techniques that would prevent malicious sql code from being executed.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic sql injection flaw that aligns with cwe-89, which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities in software applications. This weakness allows attackers to manipulate the sql query execution flow by injecting malicious sql code through improperly sanitized input parameters. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it targets administrative functions within the plugin, meaning that any user with admin privileges can leverage this weakness to escalate their access and potentially compromise the entire wordpress platform. The lack of proper input validation and output escaping creates an environment where attacker-controlled data can directly influence the sql statement structure, leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it provides attackers with the ability to manipulate the plugin's core functionality and potentially the entire wordpress installation. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, allowing attackers to extract user credentials, sensitive configuration data, or other critical information stored within the wordpress database. Additionally, attackers might be able to modify or delete login records, potentially disrupting legitimate user access or creating backdoor access points. The vulnerability also poses risks to data integrity and availability, as malicious actors could corrupt database records or perform unauthorized modifications to the plugin's operational parameters. This weakness essentially provides a pathway for attackers to gain persistent access to the system and could enable further attacks against the broader network infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate plugin updates to versions that address the sql injection flaw through proper input sanitization and parameterized query implementation. Administrators should implement strict input validation mechanisms and ensure that all user-supplied parameters are properly escaped before being incorporated into sql statements. The recommended approach aligns with attack technique t1071.004 which focuses on application layer protocol manipulation, emphasizing the need for proper input handling and validation. Organizations should also implement network monitoring to detect suspicious sql query patterns and consider implementing web application firewalls to block malicious sql injection attempts. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in other plugins or components. Additionally, access controls should be strictly enforced with the principle of least privilege, ensuring that only necessary users have administrative privileges to minimize the potential impact of such vulnerabilities.