CVE-2011-0553 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in the Symantec IM Manager management console, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
An administrator
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2011-0553?

CVE-2011-0553 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Oct 2011. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in the management console in Symantec IM Manager before 8.4.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-0553?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Symantec Im Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2011-0553?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-0553 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-2011-0553 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-0553 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5x7x-vw5q-fxv8.

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