CVE-2007-5978 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the lid parameter in the XOOPS mylinks module, potentially compromising database integrity.

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-2007-5978?

CVE-2007-5978 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Nov 2007. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in brokenlink.php in the mylinks module for XOOPS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the lid parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5978?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Xoops Mylinks Module.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5978?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-5978 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-2007-5978 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2007-5978 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fq9q-4qp8-fpvg.

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