CVE-2024-13039 code-projects Simple Chat System add_user.php sql injection

Medium 5.3 Published 30 Dec 2024 Updated 30 Dec 2024

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in the add_user.php file to manipulate database contents or read sensitive 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-2024-13039?

CVE-2024-13039 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in code-projects Simple Chat System, published on 30 Dec 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in code-projects Simple Chat System 1.0. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /add_user.php. The manipulation of the argument name/email/password/number leads to sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-89, CWE-74

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-13039?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Code-Projects Simple Chat System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-13039?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-13039 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-2024-13039 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-13039 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-ffhw-4rgr-f8x2.