CVE-2020-21133

SQL Injection vulnerability in Metinfo 7.0.0 beta in member/getpassword.php?lang=cn&a=dovalid

published July 12, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
77.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿ” A missing input validation in Metinfo 7.0.0 beta opens the door for SQL injection โ€” like letting someone into a restaurant without checking their reservation! ๐Ÿšช This vulnerability is akin to a restaurant allowing a guest to order from the entire menu without confirming their table. If an attacker provides a crafted input, they can manipulate the database and access sensitive information, just like someone could undermine a reservation system by placing orders without being checked in. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially access, modify, or even delete critical data from the database, leading to massive data breaches or significant system disruptions. While there's no known exploitation yet, the risks are certainly present and could escalate if left unaddressed.

Put simply

This vulnerability is akin to a restaurant allowing a guest to order from the entire menu without confirming their table. If an attacker provides a crafted input, they can manipulate the database and access sensitive information, just like someone could undermine a reservation system by placing orders without being checked in. This SQL injection vulnerability resides in the member/getpassword.php endpoint where user inputs are not properly validated. This allows attackers to craft SQL statements that can manipulate the database, enabling unauthorized data access or manipulation.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially access, modify, or even delete critical data from the database, leading to massive data breaches or significant system disruptions. While there's no known exploitation yet, the risks are certainly present and could escalate if left unaddressed. It's crucial to patch Metinfo to a secure version as soon as possible. Additionally, implement input validation and use prepared statements to safeguard against SQL injection attacks. Regularly audit your code for similar vulnerabilities to reinforce your defenses. You've got this! By taking action now, you can secure your applications and keep everything safe. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01739 ยท 77.6th percentile
Published
2021-07-12T12:45Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 JUL 12:45Z
    SQL Injection vulnerability in Metinfo 7.0.0 beta in member/getpassword.php?lang=cn&a=dovalid
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