CVE-2017-5517 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the type parameter in GeniXCMS, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- 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-2017-5517?
CVE-2017-5517 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 Jan 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in author.control.php in GeniXCMS through 0.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the type parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-5517?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Metalgenix Genixcms.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5517?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-5517 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-2017-5517 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-5517 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3v45-w9r6-863p.