CVE-2008-2231 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 5 Jun 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute SQL commands and read table information via the id parameter in Slashcode.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2008-2231?

CVE-2008-2231 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 5 Jun 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in Slashdot Like Automated Storytelling Homepage (Slash) (aka Slashcode) R_2_5_0_94 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute SQL commands and read table information via the id parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2231?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Slashcode.com Slash.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2231?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

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-2008-2231 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-2231 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hpf8-8g34-6659.