CVE-2006-3662 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the fid parameter in ATutor, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not stated
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2006-3662?

CVE-2006-3662 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 Jul 2006. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in ATutor 1.5.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the fid parameter. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by the vendor, who states "The mentioned SQL injection vulnerability is not possible." However, the relevant source code suggests that this issue may be legitimate, and the parameter is cleansed in 1.5.3.1

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-3662?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Adaptive Technology Resource Centre Atutor.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3662?

No fix has been published for CVE-2006-3662 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-2006-3662 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2006-3662 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7hc5-m29w-554j.

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