CVE-2005-3536 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic type parameter in phpBB, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2005-3536?

CVE-2005-3536 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Phpbb Group Phpbb, published on 22 Dec 2005. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic type.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-3536?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpbb Group Phpbb.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3536?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

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-2005-3536 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2005-3536 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Phpbb Group Phpbb vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8cgr-39f9-6pm2.

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