CVE-2024-30244 in Church Admin Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 03/28/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in andy_moyle Church Admin church-admin.This issue affects Church Admin: from n/a through <= 4.0.27.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/01/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-30244 represents a critical SQL injection weakness within the Church Admin plugin version 4.0.27 and earlier, specifically impacting WordPress installations. This flaw resides in the improper handling of user-supplied input within SQL command construction, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through crafted input parameters. The vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization and validation of data before being incorporated into database operations, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary SQL code that can be executed by the database server.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when user input is directly concatenated into SQL queries without proper escaping or parameterization mechanisms. This condition creates a direct avenue for attackers to manipulate the intended database behavior by injecting malicious SQL fragments that can alter query logic, extract sensitive information, modify database contents, or even execute administrative commands. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL queries without adequate protection measures. Attackers can leverage this weakness to perform unauthorized database operations including data exfiltration, privilege escalation, and potential system compromise.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-30244 extends beyond simple data theft, as it can enable attackers to gain persistent access to church administrative systems containing sensitive information about congregation members, financial records, and organizational data. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for religious organizations that handle confidential personal data, as the compromised systems may contain detailed demographic information, financial contributions, and personal contact details. The attack surface includes any functionality within the Church Admin plugin that accepts user input and processes it through database queries, potentially affecting membership management, donation tracking, event scheduling, and communication systems.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate patching of the Church Admin plugin to version 4.0.28 or later, which contains the necessary fixes to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and sanitization measures, ensuring all user-supplied data is properly escaped before database insertion. Database access controls should be reviewed and restricted to minimize potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and database activity monitoring can provide additional layers of protection. The remediation process should align with ATT&CK framework technique T1190 which addresses exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications, emphasizing the importance of timely patch management and input validation as primary defensive measures against SQL injection attacks.