CVE-2012-2740 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the sortby parameter in phpList, potentially accessing or modifying database contents.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2012-2740?
CVE-2012-2740 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Sep 2012. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in public_html/lists/admin in phpList before 2.10.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the sortby parameter in a find action.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-2740?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Phplist Phplist.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2740?
No fix has been published for CVE-2012-2740 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-2012-2740 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2012-2740 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qj74-3hv7-w292.