CVE-2018-17136

zzcms 8.3 contains a SQL Injection vulnerability in /user/check.php via a Client-Ip HTTP header

published September 17, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty HTTP header is the ticket to trouble in zzcms 8.3! This SQL Injection vulnerability lurking in /user/check.php can let determined attackers bend your database to their will. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant's secret recipe book sitting on an openly accessible shelf. If a diner can simply order the chef's special by just mentioning it in their booking—without any vetting—there’s a recipe for disaster! An attacker could potentially manipulate your database, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even complete system compromise. Who knew something as simple as a Client-Ip header could create such chaos?

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant's secret recipe book sitting on an openly accessible shelf. If a diner can simply order the chef's special by just mentioning it in their booking—without any vetting—there’s a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability allows for SQL Injection through the Client-Ip HTTP header in zzcms 8.3, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries against your database.

What to do

An attacker could potentially manipulate your database, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even complete system compromise. Who knew something as simple as a Client-Ip header could create such chaos? To shield your application, validate and sanitize all incoming HTTP headers rigorously, especially the Client-Ip header. Additionally, consider implementing parameterized queries to avoid SQL injection risks. Regularly review your zzcms installation and apply any available updates. You've got this! With a little vigilance and these steps, you can lock down your system and keep your data safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01202 · 67.8th percentile
Published
2018-09-17T06:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 SEP 06:00Z
    zzcms 8.3 contains a SQL Injection vulnerability in /user/check.php via a Client-Ip HTTP header
    cvelistv5