Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2023-54333 affects the WordPress Social-Share-Buttons plugin version 2.2.3. A flaw in a database parameter can let an unauthenticated attacker read, and potentially alter limited, database data. Public exploit information exists, so affected internet-facing WordPress sites should be prioritized for review.
Executive priority
Treat as a near-term remediation item for any internet-facing WordPress site using version 2.2.3. The main business concern is database data exposure. Prioritize inventory first because affected-version evidence is narrow.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-89 SQL injection in the project_id parameter. The provided CVSS 4.0 score is 8.8, with network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges, and no user interaction. Reported impact is high confidentiality and low integrity, with no stated availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress installations running Social-Share-Buttons version 2.2.3. Risk is highest where the plugin is enabled on internet-facing sites and can receive unauthenticated POST requests.
Exploitation context
ExploitDB and a public research repository are cited, indicating public exploit details exist. The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation, so active exploitation should not be assumed from the provided evidence.
Researcher notes
The public record identifies version 2.2.3 and the project_id parameter. Patch availability, fixed versions, and active exploitation are not established in the provided sources. Avoid assuming broader product impact without confirming installed plugin version and vendor guidance.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for Social-Share-Buttons version 2.2.3.
- Check the vendor plugin page and advisory sources for supported remediation.
- Disable or remove the affected plugin if no supported fix is available.
- Restrict exposure to affected plugin functionality where business operations allow.
- Back up and review database integrity if compromise is suspected.
Validation and detection
- Confirm installed plugin name and exact version on each WordPress site.
- Review web logs for unusual POST activity involving plugin endpoints.
- Review database logs for abnormal query patterns tied to WordPress requests.
- Check for unexpected WordPress admin users or content changes.
- Document whether the plugin remains enabled, disabled, removed, or remediated.
Public sources used
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CWE-89: Database access and collection lookup
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- High
- CVSS
- 8.8 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
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CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N——Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
8.8HighVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- ExploitDB-51116CVE reference · exploit
- WP Plugin WebpageCVE reference · product
- Vulnerability Research RepositoryCVE reference · technical-description
- VulnCheck Advisory: Social-Share-Buttons 2.2.3 - SQL Injection via project_id ParameterCVE reference · third-party-advisory
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CWE details
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.