CVE-2012-1072 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in the Category-System extension for TYPO3, 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-2012-1072?

CVE-2012-1072 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Feb 2012. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in the Category-System (toi_category) extension 0.6.0 and earlier for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-1072?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Typo3 Toi Category.

How do I fix CVE-2012-1072?

No fix has been published for CVE-2012-1072 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-2012-1072 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2012-1072 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-cwwf-gv4g-7qhw.

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