CVE-2011-5183 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the where_clause parameter in OrderSys, 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-2011-5183?
CVE-2011-5183 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Sep 2012. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in OrderSys 1.6.4 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the where_clause parameter to (1) index.php, (2) index_long.php, or (3) index_short.php in ordering/interface_creator/.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-5183?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Bioinformatics Ordersys.
How do I fix CVE-2011-5183?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-5183 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-2011-5183 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2011-5183 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-cxvj-cghc-jwpj.