CVE-2020-18544

SQL Injection in WMS v1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the "username" parameter in the component "chkuser.php"

published July 12, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple SQL injection lurking in WMS v1.0 could let attackers pull off some surprising stunts through the "username" parameter! Think of it like a restaurant where a customer can scribble anything on their order — if the kitchen believes it without question, they could end up cooking something dangerous! If exploited, an attacker could not only access sensitive data but also execute arbitrary code, allowing them to manipulate or corrupt the entire database. This could lead to a total compromise of the system, making it crucial to address this vulnerability.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a customer can scribble anything on their order — if the kitchen believes it without question, they could end up cooking something dangerous! This SQL injection vulnerability exists in the 'chkuser.php' component, where user input in the 'username' parameter is not properly validated. This oversight allows attackers to interact with the database directly, potentially leading to code execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could not only access sensitive data but also execute arbitrary code, allowing them to manipulate or corrupt the entire database. This could lead to a total compromise of the system, making it crucial to address this vulnerability. To mitigate this risk, ensure that all user inputs are properly sanitized. Update WMS to a patched version if available, and implement prepared statements or stored procedures to secure database queries against injection attacks. You've got this! With a little attention to detail, you can keep your application safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02335 · 83.4th percentile
Published
2021-07-12T19:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 JUL 19:39Z
    SQL Injection in WMS v1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the "username" parameter in the component "chkuser.php"
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