CVE-2008-2556 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the datespan parameter in PHP Visit Counter, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2008-2556?
CVE-2008-2556 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 read.php in PHP Visit Counter 0.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the datespan parameter in a read action.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2556?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Hessel Brouwer Php Visit Counter.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2556?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-2556 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-2008-2556 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-2556 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qmgv-6v38-r3hg.