CVE-2008-6517 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the news_user cookie, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2008-6517?
CVE-2008-6517 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Mar 2009. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in NewsHOWLER 1.03 Beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the news_user cookie parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6517?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Nick Jenkin Newshowler.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6517?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6517 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-2008-6517 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6517 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9c66-92gm-23j6.