CVE-2017-8377 GeniXCMS SQL Injection
SQL injection in GeniXCMS allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the menuid parameter, potentially exposing or altering data.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2017-8377?
CVE-2017-8377 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 1 May 2017. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
GeniXCMS 1.0.2 has SQL Injection in inc/lib/Control/Backend/menus.control.php via the menuid parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-8377?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including genix/cms. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
genix/cms Packagist | All versions | 1.1.0 |
genix/cms Packagist | All versions | 1.1.0 |
Products include Genixcms Genixcms.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8377?
Upgrade genix/cms to 1.1.0 or later.
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-2017-8377 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-8377 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-34vw-8cjw-cwjj.