CVE-2008-2263 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_id parameter in linking.page.php, potentially compromising the database.
- 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-2008-2263?
CVE-2008-2263 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 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 linking.page.php in Automated Link Exchange Portal allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_id parameter. NOTE: linking.page.php is commonly renamed to link.php, links.php, etc.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2263?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Cmsnx Automated Link Exchange Portal.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2263?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-2263 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-2008-2263 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-2263 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-ggx5-4f4f-6x9j.