CVE-2002-0308

admin.asp in AdMentor 2.11 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges via a SQL injection attack on the Login and Password arguments

published May 3, 2002

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty SQL injection in admin.asp could let attackers waltz right past your login wall! 🕵️‍♂️ Think of it like a delivery driver who forgets to check their ID — without proper authentication, they can drop off packages anywhere they like! An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could bypass all authentication checks, gaining privileged access to sensitive admin functions. This means they could manipulate data, change settings, and wreak havoc on your system with ease!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver who forgets to check their ID — without proper authentication, they can drop off packages anywhere they like! The vulnerability exists in AdMentor 2.11 where a SQL injection allows attackers to inject malicious code into the Login and Password fields, circumventing normal authentication processes.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could bypass all authentication checks, gaining privileged access to sensitive admin functions. This means they could manipulate data, change settings, and wreak havoc on your system with ease! To secure your system, immediately update AdMentor to the latest version that fixes this vulnerability. Additionally, validate and sanitize all user inputs in your application to protect against SQL injection attacks. Regular security audits can help catch such issues before they become problems! You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll elevate your security game and keep your system fortified! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02667 · 85.5th percentile
Published
2002-05-03T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 MAY 04:00Z
    admin.asp in AdMentor 2.11 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges via a SQL injection attack on the Login and Password arguments
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