CVE-2016-2873 SQL injection in n/a
Remote authenticated users can execute arbitrary SQL commands in IBM QRadar SIEM, potentially compromising data integrity and confidentiality.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2016-2873?
CVE-2016-2873 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Ibm Qradar Security Information and Event Manager, published on 30 Nov 2016. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in IBM QRadar SIEM 7.1 before MR2 Patch 13 and 7.2 before 7.2.7 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-2873?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Ibm Qradar Security Information and Event Manager.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2873?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-2873 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-2016-2873 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-2873 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-5x4m-2w32-mgcq.