CVE-2008-6314 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in the Tag Board 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-2008-6314?
CVE-2008-6314 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Feb 2009. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in tag_board.php in the Tag Board module 4.0 and earlier 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-2008-6314?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Phpbb Tag Board.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6314?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6314 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-2008-6314 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6314 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5hmq-j5jm-w357.