CVE-2008-6391 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in Jbook via the username parameter, 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-2008-6391?

CVE-2008-6391 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Mar 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in main.asp in Jbook allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the username (user parameter).

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6391?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Nexusjnr Jbook.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6391?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6391 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-2008-6391 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6391 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hmjp-6rh9-p9wq.

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