CVE-2024-53438 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Event parameter in ChurchCRM, potentially reading or modifying database contents.

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-2024-53438?

CVE-2024-53438 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Churchcrm Churchcrm, published on 22 Nov 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

EventAttendance.php in ChurchCRM 5.7.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the 'Event' parameter, which is directly interpolated into the SQL query without proper sanitization or validation, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-53438?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Churchcrm Churchcrm.

How do I fix CVE-2024-53438?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-53438 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-2024-53438 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-53438 exists.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-gr5x-8j97-qq23.

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