CVE-2019-16997 SQL injection in n/a
SQL injection in Metinfo CMS allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the language export parameter.
- 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-2019-16997?
CVE-2019-16997 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Metinfo Metinfo, published on 30 Sep 2019. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In Metinfo 7.0.0beta, a SQL Injection was discovered in app/system/language/admin/language_general.class.php via the admin/?n=language&c=language_general&a=doExportPack appno parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-16997?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Metinfo Metinfo.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16997?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-16997 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-2019-16997 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2019-16997 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Nuclei template.
Other vulnerabilities in Metinfo Metinfo
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j7gm-qcgq-j3v8.