CVE-2019-25442 Web Wiz Forums 12.01 SQL Injection via PF Parameter
Unauthenticated attackers can inject SQL code via the PF parameter in Web Wiz Forums to extract sensitive database information.
- 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-2019-25442?
CVE-2019-25442 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Webwiz Web Wiz Forums, published on 22 Feb 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Web Wiz Forums 12.01 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting SQL code through the PF parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to member_profile.asp with malicious PF values to extract sensitive database information.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-25442?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Webwiz Web Wiz Forums.
How do I fix CVE-2019-25442?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-25442 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-2019-25442 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2019-25442 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in Webwiz Web Wiz Forums
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9pg8-c68j-285r.