CVE-2017-16896 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 20 Nov 2017 Updated 16 Sep 2024

SQL injection in Tiny Tiny RSS allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the login parameter in the forgot password component.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2017-16896?

CVE-2017-16896 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Nov 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A SQL injection in classes/handler/public.php in the forgotpass component of Tiny Tiny RSS 17.4 exists via the login parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-16896?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tt-Rss Tiny Tiny Rss.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16896?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

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-2017-16896 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-16896 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2017-16896, GHSA-rrxw-67v8-59jr, UBUNTU-CVE-2017-16896.