CVE-2020-20473 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in White Shark System to obtain sensitive database information via unfiltered sort parameters.

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-2020-20473?

CVE-2020-20473 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Jun 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

White Shark System (WSS) 1.3.2 has a SQL injection vulnerability. The vulnerability stems from the control_task.php, control_project.php, default_user.php files failing to filter the sort parameter. Remote attackers can exploit the vulnerability to obtain database sensitive information.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-20473?

It affects 1 product.

Products include White Shark Systems Project White Shark Systems.

How do I fix CVE-2020-20473?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-20473 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-2020-20473 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-20473 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gw37-g74p-jfg6.

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