CVE-2008-6187 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the release_id parameter in Gforge, 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
- Available
What is CVE-2008-6187?
CVE-2008-6187 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Feb 2009. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in frs/shownotes.php in Gforge 4.5.19 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the release_id parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6187?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Gforge Gforge.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6187?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
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-2008-6187 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6187 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-8g24-3pxp-63wv.