CVE-2024-0655
CWE-89Published: January 18, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability has been found in Novel-Plus 4.3.0-RC1 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /novel/bookSetting/list. The manipulation of the argument sort leads to sql injection. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-251383.
Risk Analysis
Novel-Plus is vulnerable to SQL injection via the sort argument in the bookSetting list functionality. This critical flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially leading to full system compromise.
While public exploit information exists, this vulnerability is not currently tracked in the CISA KEV catalog.
Apply the latest security patches provided by the vendor for Novel-Plus.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-0655 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-0655 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts