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CVE-2020-36972

Smartdatasoft Smartblog SQL injection

8.2 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.33%
  1. Published28 Jan 2026

Description

SmartBlog 2.0.1 contains a blind SQL injection vulnerability in the 'id_post' parameter of the details controller that allows attackers to extract database information. Attackers can systematically test and retrieve database contents by injecting crafted SQL queries that compare character-by-character of database information.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

Affected products

Smartdatasoft Smartblog2.0.1

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2020-36972 being actively exploited?

CVE-2020-36972 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.33%.

How severe is CVE-2020-36972?

CVE-2020-36972 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2020-36972?

Affected products include Smartdatasoft Smartblog.

How do I fix CVE-2020-36972?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.