CVE-2007-6172 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 30 Nov 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in wpQuiz, 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-2007-6172?

CVE-2007-6172 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Nov 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in wpQuiz 2.7 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter to (1) viewimage.php and (2) comments.php.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-6172?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Wire Plastic Design Wpquiz.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6172?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-6172 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-2007-6172 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2007-6172 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5fmj-85rq-cqwc.