CVE-2013-2738

minidlna has SQL Injection that may allow retrieval of arbitrary files

published November 1, 2019

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ This little SQL Injection in minidlna could let attackers access arbitrary files on your server! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a delivery service that accidentally opens any package without looking at the label. It could lead to sensitive information getting into the wrong hands just because no one checked if the delivery was legitimate. If exploited, an attacker could potentially retrieve any file they desire, risking exposure of sensitive data or even configuration files. This means your server could become a treasure chest for attackers looking to extract valuable information, which is absolutely devastating.

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that accidentally opens any package without looking at the label. It could lead to sensitive information getting into the wrong hands just because no one checked if the delivery was legitimate. This SQL Injection flaw allows unauthorized SQL commands to be executed, letting an attacker manipulate database queries freely, which may result in retrieving arbitrary files from the system.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially retrieve any file they desire, risking exposure of sensitive data or even configuration files. This means your server could become a treasure chest for attackers looking to extract valuable information, which is absolutely devastating. To mitigate this risk, ensure your minidlna version is updated to the latest release where this vulnerability is patched. Additionally, review your database query practices and sanitize all inputs to prevent injection attacks. You've got this! Keep those systems safe, and you'll be a security hero in no time! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02177 ยท 82.2th percentile
Published
2019-11-01T12:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 NOV 12:00Z
    minidlna has SQL Injection that may allow retrieval of arbitrary files
    cvelistv5