CVE-2020-29168 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can extract sensitive information via SQL injection in the getuser.php endpoint of the Online Doctor Appointment Booking System.

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-2020-29168?

CVE-2020-29168 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 Feb 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL Injection vulnerability in Projectworlds Online Doctor Appointment Booking System, allows attackers to gain sensitive information via the q parameter to the getuser.php endpoint.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-29168?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Online Doctor Appointment Booking System Php and Mysql Project Online Doctor Appointment Booking System Php and Mysql.

How do I fix CVE-2020-29168?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-29168 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-2020-29168 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2020-29168 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hxq3-28qm-p5p4.

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