CVE-2024-6956 itsourcecode University Management System view_cgpa.php sql injection

Medium 5.3 Published 21 Jul 2024 Updated 1 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can exploit SQL injection in view_cgpa.php to read or modify database contents in the University Management System.

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-2024-6956?

CVE-2024-6956 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in itsourcecode University Management System, published on 21 Jul 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in itsourcecode University Management System 1.0. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /view_cgpa.php. The manipulation of the argument VR/VN leads to sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-272078 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-6956?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Angeljudesuarez University Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-6956?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-6956 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-2024-6956 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-6956 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jgqq-frjr-w93c.