CVE-2009-3042 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the systemid parameter in OCS Inventory NG, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not stated
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2009-3042?

CVE-2009-3042 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 1 Sep 2009. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in machine.php in Open Computer and Software (OCS) Inventory NG 1.02.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the systemid parameter, a different vector than CVE-2009-3040.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3042?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ocsinventory-Ng Ocs Inventory Ng.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3042?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

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-2009-3042 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-3042 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2009-3042, GHSA-9qj6-5wm9-wp55.

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