CVE-2004-0521

SQL injection vulnerability in SquirrelMail before 1.4.3 RC1 allows remote attackers to execute unauthorized SQL statements, with unknown impact, probably via…

published June 3, 2004

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An SQL injection vulnerability in SquirrelMail versions before 1.4.3 RC1 could let attackers sneak unauthorized SQL commands in through a backdoor! Think of this like a restaurant where someone has found a way to place secret orders — they send requests directly to the chef without the waitstaff checking the menu. If these requests go unchecked, who knows what they could ask for! An attacker could potentially manipulate the database with unauthorized actions, which might lead to data exposure or corruption. While the full impact remains unknown, the risks are serious enough that guarding your data should be a priority!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where someone has found a way to place secret orders — they send requests directly to the chef without the waitstaff checking the menu. If these requests go unchecked, who knows what they could ask for! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements through 'abook_database.php', compromising the database integrity. Without proper input validation, malicious SQL can be injected, executing unwanted commands.

What to do

An attacker could potentially manipulate the database with unauthorized actions, which might lead to data exposure or corruption. While the full impact remains unknown, the risks are serious enough that guarding your data should be a priority! Upgrade your SquirrelMail to version 1.4.3 RC1 or later to close this hole. Additionally, implement input validation to prevent SQL injection issues moving forward. You've got this! Stay vigilant and secure your application with these steps. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03152 · 87.9th percentile
Published
2004-06-03T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 JUN 04:00Z
    SQL injection vulnerability in SquirrelMail before 1.4.3 RC1 allows remote attackers to execute unauthorized SQL statements, with unknown impact, probably via…
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