CVE-2014-5440 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the password parameter in the login page, potentially compromising the database.
- 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-2014-5440?
CVE-2014-5440 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Sep 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in Login.aspx in MPEX Business Solutions MX-SmartTimer before 13.19.18 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the ct100%24CPHContent%24password parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-5440?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Mpexsolutions Mx-Smartimer.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5440?
No fix has been published for CVE-2014-5440 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-2014-5440 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-5440 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-v22x-533h-xvqj.