CVE-2008-6720 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 13 Apr 2009 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the admin_username parameter in the login form, potentially compromising the database.

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-2008-6720?

CVE-2008-6720 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Apr 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in admin/adm_login.php in DeltaScripts PHP Links 1.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the admin_username parameter (aka the admin field).

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-6720?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Deltascripts Php Links.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6720?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-6720 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-2008-6720 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-6720 exists.

Public exploit code: 2 Exploit-DB entries.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-44wh-xr78-r762.