CVE-2024-52436: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Saad Iqb

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-52436?

post smtp: upgrade to newer than 2.9.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2024-52436 being exploited?

CVE-2024-52436 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2024-52436 affect?

CVE-2024-52436 affects post smtp. Severity is high (CVSS 7.6). Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Saad Iqbal Post SMTP post-smtp allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects Post SMTP: from n/a through <= 2.9.9.

Routine

HIGH 7.6UPGRADE

CVE-2024-52436 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.6) affecting post smtp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Saad Iqbal Post SMTP post-smtp allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects Post SMTP: from n/a through <= 2.9.9.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.6 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	High
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.5% (top 60%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-89
Published	2024-11-18
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Patchstack · Vendor: wpexperts

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2024-11-18 15:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 08:07 UTCUpdated Record last modified

wpexperts post smtp UPGRADE

Affected: <= 2.9.9

Fixed in: newer than 2.9.9

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy post-smtp || rpm -q post-smtp || post-smtp --version

2. UPGRADE to newer than 2.9.9 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade post-smtp

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade post-smtp

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2024-52436?

post smtp: upgrade to newer than 2.9.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-52436 being exploited?

CVE-2024-52436 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2024-52436 affect?

CVE-2024-52436 affects post smtp. Severity is high (CVSS 7.6). Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Saad Iqbal Post SMTP post-smtp allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects Post SMTP: from n/a through <= 2.9.9.

How urgent is CVE-2024-52436?

Priority 37/100. High severity

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