CVE-2016-2555 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the searchFriends function in ATutor, potentially compromising database 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-2016-2555?
CVE-2016-2555 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Apr 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in include/lib/mysql_connect.inc.php in ATutor 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the searchFriends function to friends.inc.php.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-2555?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Atutor Atutor.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2555?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-2555 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-2016-2555 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2016-2555 exists.
Public exploit code: 2 Metasploit modules, 1 Exploit-DB entry and 3 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-7wpc-7mmf-9257.