CVE-2018-6398 SQL injection in n/a
SQL injection in CP Event Calendar allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the id parameter, risking data exposure or modification.
- 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-2018-6398?
CVE-2018-6398 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Jan 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 CP Event Calendar 3.0.1 component for Joomla! via the id parameter in a task=load action.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-6398?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Joomlacalendars Event Calendar.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6398?
No fix has been published for CVE-2018-6398 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-2018-6398 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-6398 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p6rf-5qp9-3rrw.