CVE-2023-39851 SQL injection in n/a
A SQL injection vulnerability in webchess allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the playerID parameter, though exploitation is disputed.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-39851?
CVE-2023-39851 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Aug 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
webchess v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the $playerID parameter at mainmenu.php. NOTE: this is disputed by a third party who indicates that the playerID is a session variable controlled by the server, and thus cannot be used for exploitation.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-39851?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Webchess Project Webchess.
How do I fix CVE-2023-39851?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-39851 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-2023-39851 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-39851 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9rfp-wq3q-rh78.