CVE-2008-0279 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic parameter in liretopic.php, 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-2008-0279?
CVE-2008-0279 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Jan 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in liretopic.php in Xforum 1.4 and possibly others allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic parameter. NOTE: the categorie parameter might also be affected.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0279?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Xforum Xforum.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0279?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-0279 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-2008-0279 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-0279 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-hhp9-gw8w-whrf.