CVE-2018-6394 SQL injection in n/a
Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the invite_type parameter in the InviteX component for Joomla, potentially accessing or modifying database content.
- 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-2018-6394?
CVE-2018-6394 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 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 InviteX 3.0.5 component for Joomla! via the invite_type parameter in a view=invites action.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-6394?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Techjoomla Invitex.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6394?
No fix has been published for CVE-2018-6394 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-2018-6394 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2018-6394 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-36qm-wjfg-3r2r.