CVE-2023-38890 SQL injection in n/a

High 8.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the login form to gain unauthorized access and manipulate 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-2023-38890?

CVE-2023-38890 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Aug 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Online Shopping Portal Project 3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands/queries via the login form, leading to unauthorized access and potential data manipulation. This vulnerability arises due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the username field, enabling SQL Injection attacks.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-38890?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpgurukul Online Shopping Portal.

How do I fix CVE-2023-38890?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-38890 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-2023-38890 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-38890 exists.

Public exploit code: 2 proofs of concept on GitHub.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-52qf-8fcc-9f9g.

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