CVE-2008-2067 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 2 May 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the whatus parameter in miniBB, 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-2008-2067?

CVE-2008-2067 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 May 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in bb_admin.php in miniBB 2.2a allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the whatus parameter in a searchusers2 action. NOTE: it was later reported that other versions before 3.0.1 are also vulnerable.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2067?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Minibb Minibb.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2067?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-2067 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-2008-2067 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-2067 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mgch-rmx5-fvwc.