CVE-2009-4360 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can inject arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in the XOOPS Content module, 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
None listed

What is CVE-2009-4360?

CVE-2009-4360 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Dec 2009. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in modules/content/index.php in the Content module 0.5 for XOOPS allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the id parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-4360?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Handcoders Content Module.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4360?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-4360 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-2009-4360 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-4360 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hvjc-qmw7-pchp.

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