CVE-2016-5792

SQL injection vulnerability in Moxa SoftCMS before 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified fields

published August 8, 2016

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection vulnerability in Moxa SoftCMS could let attackers slip arbitrary commands into your database like a chef adding mystery ingredients to a dish without the kitchen's knowledge! 🥴 Think of your database as a restaurant kitchen. If someone can sneak in a recipe without the chef noticing, they could change the entire menu! This SQL injection lets attackers do just that, with potential access to sensitive information. If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to data leaks, unauthorized modifications, or even complete takeover of the database. This could be absolutely devastating if sensitive data is accessed or altered without permission.

Put simply

Think of your database as a restaurant kitchen. If someone can sneak in a recipe without the chef noticing, they could change the entire menu! This SQL injection lets attackers do just that, with potential access to sensitive information. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating unspecified input fields, bypassing normal access controls.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to data leaks, unauthorized modifications, or even complete takeover of the database. This could be absolutely devastating if sensitive data is accessed or altered without permission. To secure your system, patch to Moxa SoftCMS version 1.5 or later as soon as possible. Additionally, implement input validation to ensure that user-provided data cannot alter queries unexpectedly. Stay vigilant with regular security audits and monitoring! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll transform into a security hero, keeping your data safe and sound! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03037 · 87.4th percentile
Published
2016-08-08T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 AUG 00:00Z
    SQL injection vulnerability in Moxa SoftCMS before 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified fields
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