CVE-2008-5489 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 12 Dec 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the chid parameter in ClipShare Pro, potentially compromising database 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-2008-5489?

CVE-2008-5489 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Dec 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in channel_detail.php in ClipShare Pro 4, and 2006 through 2007, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the chid parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5489?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Clip-Share Clipshare.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5489?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5489 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-2008-5489 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5489 exists.

Public exploit code: 2 Exploit-DB entries.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-86cm-q2hg-r385.