CVE-2016-8582 SQL injection in n/a
Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL queries to read database information or local system files in AlienVault OSSIM and USM.
- 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-2016-8582?
CVE-2016-8582 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 28 Oct 2016. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability exists in gauge.php of AlienVault OSSIM and USM before 5.3.2 that allows an attacker to execute an arbitrary SQL query and retrieve database information or read local system files via MySQL's LOAD_FILE.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-8582?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Alienvault Open Source Security Information and Event Management, Alienvault Unified Security Management.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8582?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-8582 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-2016-8582 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2016-8582 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module and 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-pv32-m85p-f6rw.