CVE-2008-5972 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter in default.asp, 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-2008-5972?
CVE-2008-5972 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Jan 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in default.asp in Active Business Directory 2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5972?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Activewebsoftwares Active Business Directory.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5972?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5972 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-2008-5972 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-5972 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wx8q-fgq8-6g97.