CVE-2017-16849 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the viewDashBoard parameter in Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager, potentially accessing or modifying database contents.

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-2017-16849?

CVE-2017-16849 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Zohocorp Manageengine Applications Manager, published on 16 Nov 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager 13 before build 13530 allows SQL injection via the /MyPage.do?method=viewDashBoard forpage parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-16849?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Zohocorp Manageengine Applications Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16849?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-16849 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-2017-16849 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-16849 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Zohocorp Manageengine Applications Manager vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vhrc-rq2g-664v.

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