CVE-2017-17643 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

SQL injection in FS Lynda Clone allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the keywords parameter, potentially exposing or altering data.

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-2017-17643?

CVE-2017-17643 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Dec 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

FS Lynda Clone 1.0 has SQL Injection via the keywords parameter to tutorial/.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-17643?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Lynda Clone Project Lynda Clone.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17643?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-17643 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-2017-17643 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2017-17643 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gvpq-gq4j-8rcx.

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