CVE-2019-20896 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 7 Jul 2020 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can inject SQL commands via multiple parameters in WebChess, potentially reading or modifying database contents.

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-2019-20896?

CVE-2019-20896 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Jul 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

WebChess 1.0 allows SQL injection via the messageFrom, gameID, opponent, messageID, or to parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-20896?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Webchess Project Webchess.

How do I fix CVE-2019-20896?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-20896 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-2019-20896 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-20896 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-64vj-5q8m-pq97.