CVE-2018-16762 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 9 Sep 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can inject SQL commands via specific parameters in FUEL CMS to read or modify database contents.

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-2018-16762?

CVE-2018-16762 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Sep 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

FUEL CMS 1.4.1 allows SQL Injection via the layout, published, or search_term parameter to pages/items.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-16762?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Thedaylightstudio Fuel Cms.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16762?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-16762 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-2018-16762 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-16762 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hc77-cjpx-fxrf.