CVE-2024-30504 in WP Travel Engine Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 03/29/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in WP Travel Engine.This issue affects WP Travel Engine: from n/a through 5.7.9.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/29/2024
The CVE-2024-30504 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the WP Travel Engine plugin for wordpress platforms. This vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. The flaw exists in the plugin's handling of user input within sql query construction processes, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database operations through crafted input parameters.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the wp travel engine plugin codebase. When users interact with specific plugin functionalities that involve database queries, the application fails to properly escape or parameterize user-supplied data before incorporating it into sql command structures. This improper handling allows attackers to inject malicious sql code that can be executed by the underlying database system. The vulnerability affects all versions from the initial release through version 5.7.9, indicating a prolonged exposure window that could have allowed extensive exploitation.
From an operational standpoint, this vulnerability presents significant risks to wordpress sites utilizing the affected plugin. Attackers could potentially extract sensitive data including user credentials, personal information, and business data from the underlying database. The impact extends beyond simple data theft as malicious actors might escalate privileges, modify database content, or even establish persistent backdoors within the affected systems. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal technical expertise, making it particularly dangerous for organizations with limited security resources or those operating legacy wordpress installations.
The attack surface for this vulnerability is primarily through web interfaces that interact with the wp travel engine plugin functionality. This includes booking forms, search parameters, and administrative interfaces where user input is processed. According to ATT&CK framework techniques, this vulnerability maps to T1071.004 for application layer protocol and T1566 for credential access through injection techniques. Organizations should prioritize immediate remediation by upgrading to patched versions of the plugin, implementing web application firewalls, and conducting comprehensive security assessments of their wordpress installations. Additionally, regular input validation and output encoding practices should be enforced across all database interaction points to prevent similar vulnerabilities in future implementations.