CVE-2023-39640

UpLight cookiebanner before 1.5.1 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the component Hook::getHookModuleExecList()

Critical · published September 25, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
48.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A nippy SQL injection lurks in UpLight's cookiebanner before version 1.5.1 — just like a sneaky raccoon rummaging through your trash without a care! 🔥 Think of it like leaving your backdoor ajar and letting burglars walk right in. In this case, the SQL injection allows attackers to query your database without permission, leading to potential chaos! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive data, modify records, or even delete crucial information — all without any authentication needed. This isn't just a minor headache; it could result in absolute chaos for your application and its users!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your backdoor ajar and letting burglars walk right in. In this case, the SQL injection allows attackers to query your database without permission, leading to potential chaos! The flaw resides in the Hook::getHookModuleExecList() function, where unsanitized input allows SQL commands to be executed, bypassing normal access controls. Essentially, this means an attacker can manipulate database queries at will.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive data, modify records, or even delete crucial information — all without any authentication needed. This isn't just a minor headache; it could result in absolute chaos for your application and its users! Immediately upgrade UpLight to version 1.5.1 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review database query handling to ensure all inputs are sanitized to block potential exploit attempts. You've got this! Fixing this issue will lock down your database and keep those raccoons out for good! 🛡️

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
0.00602 · 48.1th percentile
Published
2023-09-25T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 SEP 00:00Z
    UpLight cookiebanner before 1.5.1 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the component Hook::getHookModuleExecList()
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