CVE-2011-5099 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in the ccNewsletter Joomla plugin, potentially compromising database integrity.
- 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-2011-5099?
CVE-2011-5099 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Aug 2012. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in helper/popup.php in the ccNewsletter (mod_ccnewsletter) component 1.0.7 through 1.0.9 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-5099?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Chillcreations Mod Ccnewsletter.
How do I fix CVE-2011-5099?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-5099 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-2011-5099 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2011-5099 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3938-v8r3-qpfh.