CVE-2011-5203 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the name parameter in Akiva WebBoard, 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-2011-5203?

CVE-2011-5203 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Oct 2012. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in WB/Default.asp in Akiva WebBoard before 8 SR 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the name parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-5203?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Akiva Webboard.

How do I fix CVE-2011-5203?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-5203 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-2011-5203 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2011-5203 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hv38-h7xw-2jmc.

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