CVE-2017-5609 SQL injection in n/a
Authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat parameter in Serendipity, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-5609?
CVE-2017-5609 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in S9y Serendipity, published on 28 Jan 2017. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in include/functions_entries.inc.php in Serendipity 2.0.5 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-5609?
It affects 1 product.
Products include S9y Serendipity.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5609?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-5609 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-2017-5609 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-5609 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in S9y Serendipity
Sources
Also known as GHSA-c972-gj88-mpmf.