CVE-2017-10816 SQL injection in MaLion for Windows and Mac

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in MaLion for Windows and Mac via the Relay Service Server.

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-2017-10816?

CVE-2017-10816 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Intercom, Inc. MaLion for Windows and Mac, published on 4 Aug 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection vulnerability in the MaLion for Windows and Mac 5.0.0 to 5.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via Relay Service Server.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-10816?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Intercom Malion.

How do I fix CVE-2017-10816?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-10816 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-2017-10816 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-10816 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g2x8-xg98-q8g6.

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