CVE-2008-5192 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 21 Nov 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the forumid parameter in Philboard, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not stated
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2008-5192?

CVE-2008-5192 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Nov 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in forum.asp in W1L3D4 Philboard 1.14 and 1.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the forumid parameter. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-2334, CVE-2008-1939, CVE-2007-2641, or CVE-2007-0920.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5192?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Philboard Philboard.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5192?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5192 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-2008-5192 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5192 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gr3f-xghj-7g47.