CVE-2012-4994 SQL injection in n/a
Authenticated users can execute arbitrary SQL commands in LimeSurvey via the admin panel, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2012-4994?
CVE-2012-4994 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Limesurvey Limesurvey, published on 19 Sep 2012. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in admin/admin.php in LimeSurvey before 1.91+ Build 120224 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a browse action. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-4994?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Limesurvey Limesurvey.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4994?
No fix has been published for CVE-2012-4994 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-2012-4994 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2012-4994 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Limesurvey Limesurvey
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wpgc-hc8c-3fvw.