CVE-2024-9130 is a time-based SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the GiveWP – Donation Plugin and Fundraising Platform for WordPress, affecting all versions up to and including 3.16.1. The flaw exists due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89), specifically through the 'order' parameter in the plugin's Legacy View mode. The plugin fails to sufficiently escape user-supplied input and does not use parameterized queries or prepared statements, allowing authenticated attackers with GiveWP Manager-level privileges or higher to inject arbitrary SQL code. This injection can be used to append additional SQL queries to existing ones, enabling extraction of sensitive data from the underlying database. The vulnerability requires authentication but no user interaction beyond that, and the attack vector is network accessible (AV:N). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.2, reflecting high severity due to the potential for full confidentiality, integrity, and availability compromise. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability's presence in a widely used WordPress plugin makes it a significant concern. The lack of patch links suggests that a fix may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation steps.

The impact of CVE-2024-9130 is substantial for organizations using the GiveWP plugin for managing donations and fundraising. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive donor information, financial data, and other confidential records stored in the database. Attackers could manipulate or delete data, undermining data integrity and potentially disrupting fundraising operations, leading to loss of trust and financial damage. Given the plugin’s role in handling monetary transactions and donor details, breaches could also result in regulatory compliance violations such as GDPR or PCI DSS. The requirement for authenticated access limits exposure somewhat, but insider threats or compromised accounts with Manager-level privileges could exploit this vulnerability. The time-based nature of the SQL injection may allow attackers to extract data slowly, evading detection. Overall, the vulnerability threatens confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical fundraising infrastructure.

To mitigate CVE-2024-9130, organizations should immediately restrict GiveWP Manager-level access to trusted personnel only and audit existing accounts for unnecessary privileges. Implement strict access controls and monitor logs for unusual database query patterns indicative of SQL injection attempts. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious payloads targeting the 'order' parameter. Until an official patch is released, consider disabling Legacy View mode if feasible or limiting its accessibility. Regularly back up databases and test restoration procedures to minimize impact from potential data manipulation. Engage with the plugin vendor or community to obtain updates or patches as soon as they become available. Additionally, conduct security training to raise awareness about the risks of privilege misuse. For long-term prevention, advocate for the use of parameterized queries and input validation in plugin development.