CVE-2025-28949 identifies a Blind SQL Injection vulnerability in the Codedraft Mediabay - WordPress Media Library Folders plugin, versions up to 1.4. This vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89), allowing an attacker with low privileges to inject crafted SQL queries remotely without requiring user interaction. The 'blind' nature means the attacker cannot directly see query results but can infer data through response behavior or timing. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:L) indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, requires low privileges, no user interaction, scope change (affecting other components), high confidentiality impact, no integrity impact, and low availability impact. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored in the WordPress media library database, such as media metadata or user-related data. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability's nature and severity make it a significant risk. The plugin's widespread use in WordPress sites for organizing media folders increases the attack surface. The absence of patches necessitates proactive mitigation and monitoring until a fix is released.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality of sensitive data managed within WordPress environments using the Mediabay plugin. Unauthorized data disclosure could lead to breaches of personal data protected under GDPR, resulting in legal and financial penalties. The ability to perform blind SQL injection remotely with low privileges and no user interaction increases the likelihood of exploitation. Although the integrity of data is not directly affected, the confidentiality breach alone can damage organizational reputation and trust. Limited availability impact may cause minor service disruptions. Organizations in sectors such as media, publishing, e-commerce, and government that rely on WordPress for content management are particularly vulnerable. The cross-component scope change means that the attack could affect other integrated systems or plugins, amplifying the potential damage.

1. Immediately audit all WordPress installations to identify the presence of the Mediabay - WordPress Media Library Folders plugin and its version. 2. Restrict access to WordPress admin and plugin management interfaces to trusted personnel only, enforcing strong authentication and role-based access controls. 3. Monitor database query logs for unusual or anomalous SQL patterns indicative of injection attempts, employing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules targeting SQL injection signatures. 4. Disable or remove the vulnerable plugin if it is not essential to operations until a security patch is released. 5. Implement network segmentation to limit exposure of WordPress servers to untrusted networks. 6. Prepare incident response plans focused on SQL injection detection and containment. 7. Stay informed through vendor and security advisories for patch releases and apply updates promptly. 8. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration tests focusing on WordPress plugins and database interactions to detect similar vulnerabilities proactively.