CVE-2018-6024 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

SQL injection in the Project Log component for Joomla! allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the search parameter.

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-2018-6024?

CVE-2018-6024 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Feb 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL Injection exists in the Project Log 1.5.3 component for Joomla! via the search parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-6024?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Thethinkery Project Log.

How do I fix CVE-2018-6024?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-6024 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-2018-6024 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2018-6024 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-r94p-6gm5-6xxg.

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