CVE-2021-45791 SQL injection in n/a

High 8.8 Published 17 Mar 2022 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Authenticated librarian users can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the dir parameter in multiple admin modules of Slims8 Akasia.

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-2021-45791?

CVE-2021-45791 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 Mar 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Slims8 Akasia 8.3.1 is affected by SQL injection in /admin/modules/bibliography/index.php, /admin/modules/membership/member_type.php, /admin/modules/system/user_group.php, and /admin/modules/membership/index.php through the dir parameter. It can be used by remotely authenticated librarian users.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-45791?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Slims Senayan Library Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2021-45791?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-45791 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-2021-45791 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-45791 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-78fh-m7pg-3hwc.