CVE-2019-8979 SQL injection in n/a
SQL injection in Kohana framework allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the order_by 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-2019-8979?
CVE-2019-8979 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Feb 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Kohana through 3.3.6 has SQL Injection when the order_by() parameter can be controlled.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-8979?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Kohanaframework Kohana.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8979?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-8979 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-2019-8979 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-8979 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-458h-3v6h-9r7g.