CVE-2013-3524 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the itemid parameter in the Pop Up News module for phpVMS.
- 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-2013-3524?
CVE-2013-3524 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 May 2013. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in popupnewsitem/ in the Pop Up News module 2.0 and possibly earlier for phpVMS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the itemid parameter. NOTE: this was originally reported as a problem in phpVMS.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-3524?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Simpilotgroup Pop Up News.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3524?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-3524 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-2013-3524 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2013-3524 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qfpc-6pg9-h7hv.