CVE-2016-7781 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the author parameter in Exponent CMS, 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-2016-7781?
CVE-2016-7781 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Exponentcms Exponent Cms, published on 7 Mar 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in framework/modules/blog/controllers/blogController.php in Exponent CMS 2.3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the author parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-7781?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Exponentcms Exponent Cms.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7781?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-7781 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-2016-7781 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-7781 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Exponentcms Exponent Cms
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p49q-px3h-rh99.