CVE-2008-4524 AdaptCMS SQL Injection vulnerability
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the user_name parameter in the Check User feature, potentially compromising database integrity.
- 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-2008-4524?
CVE-2008-4524 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 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 the "Check User" feature (includes/check_user.php) in AdaptCMS Lite and AdaptCMS Pro 1.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the user_name parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-4524?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including adaptcms/adaptcms. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
adaptcms/adaptcms Packagist | All versions to 1.3 | None |
adaptcms/adaptcms Packagist | All versions to 1.3 | None |
Products include Adaptcms Adaptcms.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4524?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-4524 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-2008-4524 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-4524 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qrw3-mq8r-cq7q.