CVE-2023-3149 SourceCodester Online Discussion Forum Site manage_user.php sql injection

Medium 6.3 Published 7 Jun 2023 Updated 2 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in manage_user.php to read or modify database contents, requiring administrative permissions.

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-2023-3149?

CVE-2023-3149 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Online Discussion Forum Site, published on 7 Jun 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Online Discussion Forum Site 1.0. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file admin\user\manage_user.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-231018 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-3149?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Razormist Online Discussion Forum Site.

How do I fix CVE-2023-3149?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-3149 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-2023-3149 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-3149 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3hgc-3p3q-4m9q.