CVE-2009-2361 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 8 Jul 2009 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the staff username parameter in osTicket, 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-2009-2361?

CVE-2009-2361 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Jul 2009. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in include/class.staff.php in osTicket before 1.6 RC5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the staff username parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-2361?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Enhancesoft Osticket.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2361?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-2361 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-2009-2361 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-2361 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rfq6-68cg-96fq.