CVE-2008-5365 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the AccountID parameter in ActiveVotes, 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-2008-5365?

CVE-2008-5365 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Dec 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in VoteHistory.asp in ActiveWebSoftwares ActiveVotes 2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the AccountID parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5365?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Activewebsoftwares Activevotes.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5365?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5365 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-2008-5365 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5365 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-886v-2333-mwrh.

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