CVE-2008-2569 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the gbid parameter in the EasyBook Joomla plugin, potentially compromising database integrity.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2008-2569?

CVE-2008-2569 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Jun 2008. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in the EasyBook (com_easybook) component 1.1 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the gbid parameter in a deleteentry action to index.php.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2569?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Joomla Easybook Component.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2569?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-2569 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-2008-2569 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-2569 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5pqf-9vqr-vjhj.

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