CVE-2019-12279

Nagios XI 5.6.1 allows SQL injection via the username parameter to login.php?forgotpass (aka the reset password form)

published May 22, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection attempt could be hiding in the username field of Nagios XI's password reset! This one's stirred up quite the debate! Think of it like a restaurant that insists its menu is safe, but diners are still finding unexpected ingredients in their meals. Just because the chef says it's fine doesn't mean there aren't messy surprises lurking in the kitchen! If exploited, this SQL injection could potentially allow attackers to manipulate the database behind the reset password functionality, possibly exposing sensitive user information. Although the vendor disputes its severity, caution is still warranted! Ignoring the issue could lead to a messy data breach!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that insists its menu is safe, but diners are still finding unexpected ingredients in their meals. Just because the chef says it's fine doesn't mean there aren't messy surprises lurking in the kitchen! This vulnerability involves a SQL injection via the username parameter in the login.php?forgotpass endpoint of Nagios XI 5.6.1. While the vendor argues that necessary SQL escaping mitigates risks, the debate warrants attention from security-conscious users.

What to do

If exploited, this SQL injection could potentially allow attackers to manipulate the database behind the reset password functionality, possibly exposing sensitive user information. Although the vendor disputes its severity, caution is still warranted! Ignoring the issue could lead to a messy data breach! For safety, consider updating to the latest version of Nagios XI to ensure all security holes are patched. Implement proper input validation and monitor user inputs closely, especially in sensitive fields like password resets. Stay vigilant! You've got this! With a few smart moves, you'll keep your system secure and your users safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04220 · 91.0th percentile
Published
2019-05-22T15:04Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 MAY 15:04Z
    Nagios XI 5.6.1 allows SQL injection via the username parameter to login.php?forgotpass (aka the reset password form)
    cvelistv5