CVE-2008-6040 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the articlecat parameter in Arcadem 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-2008-6040?
CVE-2008-6040 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 3 Feb 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in Arcadem Pro 2.700 through 2.802 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the articlecat parameter, probably related to includes/articleblock.php.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6040?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Agares Media Arcadem Pro.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6040?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6040 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-2008-6040 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-6040 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-h25x-hm7q-vxm2.