CVE-2008-5491 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the pageID parameter in SlimCMS, 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-2008-5491?

CVE-2008-5491 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Dec 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in edit.php in SlimCMS 1.0.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the pageID parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5491?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Slimcms Slimcms.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5491?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5491 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-2008-5491 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5491 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gg4r-8pwc-qhvm.

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