CVE-2023-3522CWE-89

SQLi in a2 License Portal System

Critical · published August 8, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single misplaced character in a query can unleash chaos! The a2 License Portal System is vulnerable to SQL Injection, affecting versions before 1.48. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant accepting any order without checking it first—an attacker could place any dish on the menu without any verification, leading to some seriously questionable meals! If exploited, attackers could gain unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in your database, potentially revealing user information, altering records, or even deleting critical data. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant accepting any order without checking it first—an attacker could place any dish on the menu without any verification, leading to some seriously questionable meals! This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into queries by manipulating user input, compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the database.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could gain unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in your database, potentially revealing user information, altering records, or even deleting critical data. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a recipe for disaster! Immediately upgrade your a2 License Portal System to version 1.48 or later. Additionally, ensure you are employing prepared statements and input validation to prevent such attacks in the future. Regularly audit your database interactions for any suspicious activities! You've got this! Patch up, and you'll be back to heroically defending your data in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00620 · 49.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2023-08-08T15:13Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 AUG 15:13Z
    SQLi in a2 License Portal System
    cvelistv5