CVE-2008-4431 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 3 Oct 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the skin parameter in IceBB, 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-2008-4431?

CVE-2008-4431 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 3 Oct 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in IceBB 1.0-rc9.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the skin parameter, probably related to an incorrect protection mechanism in the clean_string function in includes/functions.php.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-4431?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Icebb Icebb.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4431?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-4431 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-2008-4431 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-4431 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h68m-73wg-339q.