CVE-2024-42562 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 20 Aug 2024 Updated 20 Aug 2024

Attackers can exploit SQL injection in the invoice_number parameter to read or modify database contents in the Pharmacy 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-2024-42562?

CVE-2024-42562 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Pharmacy Management System commit a2efc8 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the invoice_number parameter at preview.php.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-42562?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Krishna9772 Pharmacy Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-42562?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-42562 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-2024-42562 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-42562 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-226h-2qfh-4hf8.