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CVE-2024-43978: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in highwarden Super Store Finder

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2024-43978cvecve-2024-43978
Published: Tue Sep 17 2024 (09/17/2024, 22:29:31 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: highwarden
Product: Super Store Finder

Description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in highwarden Super Store Finder superstorefinder-wp.This issue affects Super Store Finder: from n/a through < 6.9.8.

AI-Powered Analysis

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AILast updated: 05/12/2026, 04:47:55 UTC

Technical Analysis

The vulnerability CVE-2024-43978 involves improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands within the highwarden Super Store Finder plugin for WordPress, versions before 6.9.8. This SQL Injection flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious SQL queries without authentication, resulting in high confidentiality impact and limited availability impact. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 9.3, reflecting the critical severity and ease of exploitation over the network with no privileges or user interaction required. No patch or vendor advisory details are currently provided, and the product is not a cloud service.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to access or disclose sensitive database information, potentially compromising confidentiality. The integrity impact is not indicated, and availability impact is low. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild at this time.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider restricting access to the plugin functionality or applying temporary mitigations if any are recommended by the vendor. Monitor official channels for updates.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Patchstack
Date Reserved
2024-08-18T21:57:10.848Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 69cd7473e6bfc5ba1def7937

Added to database: 4/1/2026, 7:39:31 PM

Last enriched: 5/12/2026, 4:47:55 AM

Last updated: 5/20/2026, 7:00:18 AM

Views: 25

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