CVE-2024-40479 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the eid parameter in the admin quiz question module.
- 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-2024-40479?
CVE-2024-40479 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Aug 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A SQL injection vulnerability in "/admin/quizquestion.php" in Kashipara Online Exam System v1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the "eid" parameter.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-40479?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Jayesh Online Exam System.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40479?
No fix has been published for CVE-2024-40479 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-2024-40479 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-40479 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-8w5x-vc73-8w4j.