CVE-2014-5503 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 7 Oct 2014 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Guest Login Portal, potentially compromising data integrity and confidentiality.

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-2014-5503?

CVE-2014-5503 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Oct 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in the Guest Login Portal in the Sophos Cyberoam appliances with CyberoamOS before 10.6.1 GA allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the add_guest_user opcode.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-5503?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Cyberoam Cyberoam Os.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5503?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-5503 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-2014-5503 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-5503 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8m35-82gh-wv5c.