What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-36972?

CVE-2020-36972 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.0%.

Which versions of Smartblog are affected by CVE-2020-36972?

SmartBlog 2.0.1 deployments are exposed to a publicly exploitable SQL injection vulnerability that could allow attackers to extract sensitive database information without authentication.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2020-36972?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2020-36972. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.0%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2020-36972?

Within 24 hours: Identify all systems running SmartBlog 2.0.1 and isolate from direct internet access; enable Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to block SQL injection patterns in the 'id_post' parameter. Within 7 days: Implement input validation/parameterized queries at the application layer if possible, or disable the details controller if not business-critical; conduct database access audit. Within 30 days: Upgrade to a patched version (when available) or migrate to an alternative platform; perform forensic review of access logs for exploitation indicators.

Smartblog CVE-2020-36972

HIGH

SQL Injection (CWE-89)

2026-01-28 disclosure@vulncheck.com

SQLi Smartblog

8.2

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

8.2 HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

Low

Availability

None

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Feb 09, 2026 - 17:57 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Jan 28, 2026 - 18:16 nvd

HIGH 8.2

DescriptionCVE.org

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.

AnalysisAI

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. [CVSS 8.2 HIGH]

Technical ContextAI

Classified as CWE-89 (SQL Injection). Affects Smartblog. 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.

RemediationAI

Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Use parameterized queries. Implement input validation. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.

CVE-2020-36972 vulnerability details – vuln.today

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Smartblog CVE-2020-36972

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