What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in LambertGroup CountDown Pro WP Plugin circular_countdown allows SQL Injection.This issue affects CountDown Pro WP Plugin: from n/a through <= 2.7.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
CountDown Pro WP Plugin versions 2.7 and earlier contain a SQL injection vulnerability in database queries. An attacker with low-level site access can inject malicious SQL code to read sensitive data from the database, including user information and site configuration. The vulnerability also allows limited disruption of site availability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data from the site database, including user records and configuration.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized access to user data, passwords, and site configuration stored in the database.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account (subscriber or contributor level) on the WordPress site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 16, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated