CVE-2024-12891 code-projects Online Exam Mastering System account.php sql injection

Medium 5.3 Published Updated

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the account.php file to read or modify database contents in the Online Exam Mastering 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-2024-12891?

CVE-2024-12891 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Online Exam Mastering System, published on 22 Dec 2024. 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 code-projects Online Exam Mastering System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /account.php?q=quiz&step=2. The manipulation of the argument eid leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-89, CWE-74

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-12891?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Code-Projects Online Exam Mastering System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12891?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-12891 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-2024-12891 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-12891 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-qx84-qqqw-x28w.

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