CVE-2013-5697 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Host header in the Apache mod_accounting module, potentially compromising database integrity.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2013-5697?
CVE-2013-5697 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Sep 2013. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in mod_accounting.c in the mod_accounting module 0.5 and earlier for Apache allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a Host header.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-5697?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Simone Tellini Mod Accounting.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5697?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-5697 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-2013-5697 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-5697 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-cgj9-7xq3-fg5g.