CVE-2024-9879: Website File Changes < 2.1.1 - Authenticated SQL Injection

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2024-9879?

CVE-2024-9879 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for SQL injection attacks.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-9879?

To fix CVE-2024-9879, update the Melapress File Monitor WordPress plugin to version 2.1.1 or later.

Q: Who is affected by CVE-2024-9879?

Admins using the Melapress File Monitor WordPress plugin before version 2.1.1 are affected by CVE-2024-9879.

Q: What type of attack does CVE-2024-9879 enable?

CVE-2024-9879 enables SQL injection attacks due to improper sanitization of parameters.

Q: What should I do if I can't update the plugin for CVE-2024-9879?

If an update for the Melapress File Monitor plugin cannot be applied, immediately restrict access and monitor database interactions to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2024-9879.

Published May 15, 2025

Updated

The Melapress File Monitor WordPress plugin before 2.1.1 does not sanitize and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, allowing admins to perform SQL injection attacks

Affected Software

2 affected components

Melapress File Monitor<2.1.1

Melapress Melapress File Monitor WordPress<2.1.1

Event History

May 15, 2025

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:07 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:07 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·08:16 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9879?

CVE-2024-9879 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for SQL injection attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2024-9879?

To fix CVE-2024-9879, update the Melapress File Monitor WordPress plugin to version 2.1.1 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-9879?

Admins using the Melapress File Monitor WordPress plugin before version 2.1.1 are affected by CVE-2024-9879.

What type of attack does CVE-2024-9879 enable?

CVE-2024-9879 enables SQL injection attacks due to improper sanitization of parameters.

What should I do if I can't update the plugin for CVE-2024-9879?

If an update for the Melapress File Monitor plugin cannot be applied, immediately restrict access and monitor database interactions to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2024-9879.

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