CVE-2017-3221 SQL injection in AmosConnect

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can exploit blind SQL injection in the login form to steal user credentials, including usernames and passwords.

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-2017-3221?

CVE-2017-3221 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Inmarsat AmosConnect, published on 22 Jul 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Blind SQL injection in Inmarsat AmosConnect 8 login form allows remote attackers to access user credentials, including user names and passwords.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-3221?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Inmarsat Amosconnect 8.

How do I fix CVE-2017-3221?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-3221 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-2017-3221 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-3221 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-74xr-j6fq-776m.

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