CVE-2008-0839 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in the astatsPRO component for Joomla, potentially compromising database integrity.
- 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-2008-0839?
CVE-2008-0839 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Feb 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in refer.php in the astatsPRO (com_astatspro) 1.0 component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0839?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Astats Astatspro, Joomla Com Astatspro.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0839?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-0839 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-2008-0839 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-0839 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-gpgm-9mr9-v2qj.