CVE-2018-18796 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

An attacker can exploit SQL injection in the search feature to read or modify database contents in the Library Management System.

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-2018-18796?

CVE-2018-18796 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Nov 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Library Management System 1.0 has SQL Injection via the "Search for Books" screen.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-18796?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Library Management System Project Library Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2018-18796?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-18796 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-2018-18796 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-18796 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6383-885h-j2qq.

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