CVE-2024-40477 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 8 Aug 2024 Updated 9 Aug 2024

An attacker can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the email parameter in the forgot-password page of the Old Age Home Management System.

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-2024-40477?

CVE-2024-40477 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A SQL injection vulnerability in "/oahms/admin/forgot-password.php" in PHPGurukul Old Age Home Management System v1.0 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the "email" parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-40477?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpgurukul Old Age Home Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-40477?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-40477 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-2024-40477 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-40477 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-4m3r-vc8v-w5x9.