CVE-2008-3591 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the sym_auth cookie in Symphony CMS, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2008-3591?
CVE-2008-3591 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Aug 2008. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in lib/class.admin.php in Twentyone Degrees Symphony 1.7.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the sym_auth cookie in a /publish/filemanager/ request to index.php.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-3591?
It affects 1 product.
Products include 21degrees Symphony.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3591?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-3591 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-2008-3591 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-3591 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-chgr-hfpp-gr3r.