CVE-2018-8943

There is a SQL injection in the PHPSHE 1.6 userbank parameter

published March 22, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection hides in the PHPSHE 1.6 userbank parameter just waiting for the wrong query! Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can slip in an extra ingredient into a dish without the chefs checking — it could lead to some seriously unexpected flavors! 🍽️ An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate the database, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive user information. This could result in data leaks, unauthorized modifications, or even complete control over the database!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can slip in an extra ingredient into a dish without the chefs checking — it could lead to some seriously unexpected flavors! 🍽️ This SQL injection flaw allows attackers to insert malicious code into database queries through the userbank parameter, bypassing usual security measures.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate the database, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive user information. This could result in data leaks, unauthorized modifications, or even complete control over the database! Ensure that you validate all user inputs to defend against SQL injection. Consider updating your PHPSHE installation if a patch is available and review your database security configurations to tighten access controls. You've got this! With a few adjustments, you can secure your database and keep your users safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01035 · 63.6th percentile
Published
2018-03-22T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 MAR 21:00Z
    There is a SQL injection in the PHPSHE 1.6 userbank parameter
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