CVE-2020-13873

A SQL Injection vulnerability in get_topic_info() in sys/CODOF/Forum/Topic.php in Codoforum before 4.9 allows remote attackers (pre-authentication) to bypass…

published May 12, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Just one leaked password-reset token can let a remote attacker waltz right into your admin page! 😱 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can sneak in just because a customer dropped their reservation card at the door — a single misplaced token can grant access to the kitchen! 🍽️ Once inside, an attacker can not only access sensitive information but also upload a PHP shell and execute remote code on the server. This could lead to absolute chaos, giving attackers control over the entire system — a real nightmare scenario! 🔥

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can sneak in just because a customer dropped their reservation card at the door — a single misplaced token can grant access to the kitchen! 🍽️ This vulnerability arises from a SQL injection flaw in the get_topic_info() function in Codoforum's Topic.php, allowing attackers to bypass authentication using an admin's password-reset token.

What to do

Once inside, an attacker can not only access sensitive information but also upload a PHP shell and execute remote code on the server. This could lead to absolute chaos, giving attackers control over the entire system — a real nightmare scenario! 🔥 To safeguard your system, update Codoforum to the latest version (4.9 or newer) immediately. Additionally, review your password reset processes to ensure tokens are not exposed. Regularly auditing user permissions can also help mitigate risks. 🛡️ You've got this! With the right steps, you can secure your forum and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04915 · 92.1th percentile
Published
2021-05-12T11:42Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 MAY 11:42Z
    A SQL Injection vulnerability in get_topic_info() in sys/CODOF/Forum/Topic.php in Codoforum before 4.9 allows remote attackers (pre-authentication) to bypass…
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