CVE-2023-5580 SourceCodester Library System index.php sql injection
Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the category parameter to read or modify database contents in SourceCodester Library System.
- 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-2023-5580?
CVE-2023-5580 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Library System, published on 14 Oct 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 SourceCodester Library System 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file index.php. The manipulation of the argument category leads to sql injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-242145 was assigned to this vulnerability.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-5580?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Library System Project Library System.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5580?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-5580 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-2023-5580 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-5580 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Also known as GHSA-542j-4g47-xhh4.