CVE-2001-1482 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL queries via the sortby variable in phpBB, potentially accessing or modifying database contents.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2001-1482?
CVE-2001-1482 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Phpbb Group Phpbb, published on 21 Jun 2005. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in bb_memberlist.php for phpBB 1.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries via the $sortby variable.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-1482?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Phpbb Group Phpbb.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1482?
No fix has been published for CVE-2001-1482 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.
Is CVE-2001-1482 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2001-1482 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Phpbb Group Phpbb
Sources
Also known as GHSA-x3vv-378f-cvj3.