CVE-2008-5131 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via vulnerable parameters in the news and article system, potentially compromising data 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-2008-5131?
CVE-2008-5131 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Nov 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Develop It Easy News And Article System 1.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the aid parameter to article_details.php, and the (2) username and (3) password to the admin panel (admin/index.php).
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5131?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Develop It Easy News and Article System.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5131?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5131 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-2008-5131 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5131 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-4738-jwqc-6835.