CVE-2012-4261 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the lang parameter in myCare2x, potentially compromising patient data.

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-2012-4261?

CVE-2012-4261 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Aug 2012. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in modules/patient/mycare2x_pat_info.php in myCare2x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the lang parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-4261?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hccgmbh Mycare2x.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4261?

No fix has been published for CVE-2012-4261 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-2012-4261 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2012-4261 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2wp6-3qrw-p6q9.

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