CVE-2020-29437 SQL injection in n/a
Remote authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in OrangeHRM's Buzz module via a vulnerable parameter, potentially accessing or modifying data.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2020-29437?
CVE-2020-29437 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 5 Jan 2021. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection in the Buzz module of OrangeHRM through 4.6 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the orangehrmBuzzPlugin/lib/dao/BuzzDao.php loadMorePostsForm[profileUserId] parameter to the buzz/loadMoreProfile endpoint.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-29437?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Orangehrm Orangehrm.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29437?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-29437 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-2020-29437 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-29437 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-hg4w-g985-vv3m.