CVE-2008-5767 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the authorID parameter in authors.asp, potentially compromising the database.
- 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-2008-5767?
CVE-2008-5767 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Dec 2008. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in authors.asp in gNews Publisher allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the authorID parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5767?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Gazatem Gnews Publisher.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5767?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5767 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-2008-5767 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5767 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-2rpm-6c5g-j32f.