CVE-2009-3703
CWE-89Published: December 18, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in the WP-Forum plugin before 2.4 for WordPress allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the search_max parameter in a search action to the default URI, related to wpf.class.php; (2) the forum parameter to an unspecified component, related to wpf.class.php; (3) the topic parameter in a viewforum action to the default URI, related to the remove_topic function in wpf.class.php; or the id parameter in a (4) editpost or (5) viewtopic action to the default URI, related to wpf-post.php.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2009-3703 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2009-3703. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2009-3703 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts