CVE-2023-1494 IBOS ApiController.php sql injection

Medium 6.3 Published 18 Mar 2023 Updated 11 Feb 2025

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in IBOS via the emailids parameter to read or modify database contents.

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-2023-1494?

CVE-2023-1494 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in IBOS, published on 18 Mar 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in IBOS 4.5.5. Affected is an unknown function of the file ApiController.php. The manipulation of the argument emailids leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-223380.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-1494?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibos Ibos.

How do I fix CVE-2023-1494?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-1494 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-2023-1494 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-1494 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9j7q-jgxh-932x.