CVE-2011-5266

Imperva SecureSphere Web Application Firewall (WAF) before 12-august-2010 allows SQL injection filter bypass

published January 8, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A SQL injection filter that can be bypassed? That’s like taking the back door into a vault full of treasures! 🏦 Think of Imperva SecureSphere as a restaurant with a bouncer at the entrance checking IDs. If the bouncer misses a tricky fake ID, it allows unauthorized patrons (attackers) into the exclusive dining area (database). If exploited, attackers could effortlessly slip past the security measures and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. This could lead to data theft, unauthorized changes, or even worse, total control over the database. That’s a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of Imperva SecureSphere as a restaurant with a bouncer at the entrance checking IDs. If the bouncer misses a tricky fake ID, it allows unauthorized patrons (attackers) into the exclusive dining area (database). This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass SQL injection filters in Imperva SecureSphere WAF versions released before August 12, 2010, thereby exposing the web application to SQL injection attacks.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could effortlessly slip past the security measures and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. This could lead to data theft, unauthorized changes, or even worse, total control over the database. That’s a recipe for disaster! To mitigate this risk, ensure you’re running the latest version of Imperva SecureSphere. Check the documentation for guidance on patching or upgrading your WAF. Regularly audit your security configurations to stay one step ahead! You've got this—patching up this vulnerability will have your defenses stronger than ever! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01184 · 67.4th percentile
Published
2020-01-08T22:43Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 JAN 22:43Z
    Imperva SecureSphere Web Application Firewall (WAF) before 12-august-2010 allows SQL injection filter bypass
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