CVE-2008-6301 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in the Small ShoutBox module for phpBB, potentially compromising database integrity.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2008-6301?
CVE-2008-6301 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Feb 2009. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in shoutbox_view.php in the Small ShoutBox module 1.4 for phpBB allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a delete action.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6301?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Prezmo Small Shoutbox.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6301?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6301 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-2008-6301 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6301 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rmqm-hm8j-v6xw.