CVE-2013-4748 News system (news) extension for TYPO3 vulnerable to SQL Injection
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in the TYPO3 News extension, 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
- Available
What is CVE-2013-4748?
CVE-2013-4748 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 1 Jul 2013. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in the News system (news) extension before 1.3.3 for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-4748?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including georgringer/news. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
georgringer/news Packagist | All versions | 1.3.3 |
georgringer/news Packagist | All versions | 1.3.3 |
Products include Georg Ringer News.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4748?
Upgrade georgringer/news to 1.3.3 or later.
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-2013-4748 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-4748 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rg6g-v4xm-g49q.