CVE-2017-20127 KB Login Authentication Script sql injection
Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the login script to bypass authentication and access sensitive 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-2017-20127?
CVE-2017-20127 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in unspecified KB Login Authentication Script, published on 13 Jul 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability was found in KB Login Authentication Script 1.1 and classified as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality. The manipulation of the argument username/password with the input 'or''=' leads to sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-20127?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Kb Login Authentication Script Project Kb Login Authentication Script.
How do I fix CVE-2017-20127?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-20127 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-2017-20127 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2017-20127 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9x3j-jm5p-ww3p.