CVE-2007-6540 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter in Neuron News, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2007-6540?
CVE-2007-6540 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Dec 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in neuron news 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter to the default URI in patch/.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-6540?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Neuron News.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6540?
No fix has been published for CVE-2007-6540 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-2007-6540 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-6540 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rc9p-qm89-3f22.