Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
A WordPress plugin called Code Generator Pro has a critical SQL injection flaw in versions up to 1.2. If the plugin is installed, an unauthenticated attacker may be able to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing sensitive site data and affecting availability. The provided sources do not confirm active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat this as urgent if the plugin is present. The business risk is potential database disclosure from an unauthenticated web attack. First priority is confirming whether any production WordPress site uses Code Generator Pro, then disabling, removing, or updating according to vendor guidance.
Technical view
CVE-2024-55978 is CWE-89 SQL injection in WalletStation Code Generator Pro, package code-generator-pro, affecting versions through 1.2. The CVSS 3.1 score is 9.3 with network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, changed scope, high confidentiality impact, and low availability impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites that have WalletStation Code Generator Pro installed, especially version 1.2 or earlier. Internet-facing WordPress sites should be prioritized. The bundle’s affected-version metadata is sparse, so confirm against installed plugin version and vendor or Patchstack guidance.
Exploitation context
The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the source bundle, and no provided source confirms active exploitation. Risk is still high because the CVSS vector indicates unauthenticated remote exploitation may be possible without user interaction.
Researcher notes
Available evidence identifies SQL injection but does not provide endpoint details, exploit prerequisites beyond the CVSS vector, or a confirmed fixed version. Avoid assuming exploitability on sites without the plugin. Validate exposure through asset inventory and version checks, not active probing against production.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the code-generator-pro plugin.
- Confirm installed Code Generator Pro versions against vendor or Patchstack guidance.
- Disable or remove the plugin where it is not business-critical.
- Apply any vendor-published fixed version when available and verified.
- Review database user privileges for least-privilege configuration.
Validation and detection
- Check WordPress plugin inventories for Code Generator Pro installations.
- Verify whether installed versions are 1.2 or earlier.
- Confirm whether affected sites are internet-facing.
- Review web and database logs for suspicious SQL errors or unusual query patterns.
- Document any mitigation decision and remaining exposure.
Public sources used
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CWE-89: Database access and collection lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Critical
- CVSS
- 9.3 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L3.94.7PatchstackVulnerability scoring details
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9.3CriticalVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/code-generator-pro/vulnerability/wordpress-code-generator-pro-plugin-1-2-sql-injection-vulnerability?_s_id=cveCVE reference, Patchstack · vdb-entry
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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.