CVE-2008-5806 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 31 Dec 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the admin_username parameter in the login page, potentially compromising database integrity.

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-2008-5806?

CVE-2008-5806 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 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 login.php in DeltaScripts PHP Classifieds 7.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the admin_username parameter (aka admin field). NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5806?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Deltascripts Php Classifieds.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5806?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5806 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-2008-5806 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5806 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-j68v-4fgm-23fp.