CVE-2024-54842 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

An attacker can exploit SQL injection in the password recovery module to read or modify 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-2024-54842?

CVE-2024-54842 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Dec 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A SQL injection vulnerability was found in phpgurukul Online Nurse Hiring System v1.0 in /admin/password-recovery.php via the mobileno parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-54842?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpgurukul Online Nurse Hiring System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-54842?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-54842 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-2024-54842 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-54842 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3cfg-p79p-hp56.

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