CVE-2005-2673 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via modcp.php parameters in WoltLab Burning Board, compromising database integrity.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2005-2673?

CVE-2005-2673 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Aug 2005. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in modcp.php in WoltLab Burning Board 2.2.2 and 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) x or (2) y parameters.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-2673?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Woltlab Burning Board.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2673?

No fix has been published for CVE-2005-2673 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-2005-2673 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2005-2673 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5hqf-4p3g-qrw7.

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