CVE-2018-11801

SQL injection vulnerability in Apache Fineract before 1.3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a query on a m_center data related table

published June 11, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An SQL injection vulnerability is lurking in Apache Fineract versions before 1.3.0, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands in your database! 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant where someone can sneak into the kitchen and change the recipe for the entire menu, potentially ruining diners' meals. If the staff doesn't check the orders carefully, chaotic substitutions could happen without anyone knowing! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database content, leading to unauthorized access, data leaks, or even complete data loss. The consequences could be both crippling and embarrassing for those relying on this software!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where someone can sneak into the kitchen and change the recipe for the entire menu, potentially ruining diners' meals. If the staff doesn't check the orders carefully, chaotic substitutions could happen without anyone knowing! This SQL injection flaw in Apache Fineract permits attackers to inject malicious SQL commands via queries on specific data tables, which could compromise the integrity of your database.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database content, leading to unauthorized access, data leaks, or even complete data loss. The consequences could be both crippling and embarrassing for those relying on this software! To protect your system, upgrade to Apache Fineract version 1.3.0 or later. Additionally, implement input validation and use prepared statements for all database interactions. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll not only fix the vulnerability but also strengthen your overall security. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05217 · 92.5th percentile
Published
2019-06-11T16:43Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 JUN 16:43Z
    SQL injection vulnerability in Apache Fineract before 1.3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a query on a m_center data related table
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