CVE-2008-5174 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the jokeid parameter in joke.php, potentially compromising the database.

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-2008-5174?

CVE-2008-5174 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Nov 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in joke.php in Jokes Complete Website 2.1.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the jokeid parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5174?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Easysitenetwork Jokes Complete Website.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5174?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5174 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-2008-5174 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5174 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gqxp-vrv9-mw8m.

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