CVE-2008-7040 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the u parameter in the Yellow Swordfish Simple Forum module for WordPress.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2008-7040?
CVE-2008-7040 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 Aug 2009. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in ahah/sf-profile.php in the Yellow Swordfish Simple Forum module for Wordpress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the u parameter. NOTE: this issue was disclosed by an unreliable researcher, so the details might be incorrect.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-7040?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Yellowswordfish Simple Forum.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7040?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-7040 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-2008-7040 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-7040 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-2xvq-8gjc-grfh.