CVE-2018-19462 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.2 Published 7 Jun 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary PHP code via SQL injection in EmpireCMS, leading to full system compromise.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-19462?

CVE-2018-19462 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Jun 2019. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

admin\db\DoSql.php in EmpireCMS through 7.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via SQL injection that uses a .php filename in a SELECT INTO OUTFILE statement to admin/admin.php.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-19462?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phome Empirecms.

How do I fix CVE-2018-19462?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-19462 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-2018-19462 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-19462 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m6qm-rc68-729q.