CVE-2024-44004 in WPCargo Track & Trace Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 09/18/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Arni Cinco WPCargo Track & Trace wpcargo allows SQL Injection.This issue affects WPCargo Track & Trace: from n/a through <= 8.0.2.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/02/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-44004 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Arni Cinco WPCargo Track & Trace WordPress plugin, specifically impacting versions ranging from the initial release through version 8.0.2. This weakness resides in the plugin's improper handling of special elements within SQL commands, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through user-controllable inputs. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly neutralize potentially harmful characters and sequences that could alter the intended execution flow of SQL statements.
The technical exploitation of this SQL injection vulnerability occurs when unfiltered user inputs are directly incorporated into database queries without adequate sanitization or parameterization. Attackers can craft malicious payloads that, when processed by the vulnerable plugin, cause the database to execute unintended commands. This flaw falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, which is classified as a critical weakness in software security that allows unauthorized access to database resources and potentially full system compromise. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous in web applications because it can enable attackers to extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even escalate privileges within the affected system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the WordPress environment. Attackers exploiting this flaw could gain access to customer data, order information, user credentials, and other confidential business data managed through the WPCargo Track & Trace plugin. The vulnerability affects not only individual user accounts but potentially entire WordPress installations that rely on this plugin for tracking and traceability functions, making it a significant concern for e-commerce platforms and logistics systems. The specific version range indicates that all installations within this scope remain vulnerable, emphasizing the urgency for immediate remediation across affected systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-44004 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected WPCargo Track & Trace plugin to version 8.0.3 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement robust input validation measures, including parameterized queries and prepared statements, to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other parts of their applications. Security monitoring should include detection of suspicious SQL patterns and unauthorized database access attempts. Additionally, the principle of least privilege should be enforced by limiting database user permissions to only those necessary for plugin operations, reducing potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.005 for application layer protocol usage and T1190 for exploit public-facing application, highlighting the need for comprehensive security controls across multiple attack vectors.