CVE-2023-39805

iCMS v7.0.16 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the where parameter at admincp.php

published August 10, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
48.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection lurks in iCMS v7.0.16, hiding behind the 'where' parameter on admincp.php! It's like a secret menu item that could let a crafty attacker reorder your entire database! Think of this SQL injection as a restaurant where the chef takes orders directly from the patrons without checking the kitchen — if someone shouts an order that doesn't even exist, chaos can ensue in the kitchen! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database queries, leading to unauthorized data access or even data corruption. The potential for data leaks or system disruption is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of this SQL injection as a restaurant where the chef takes orders directly from the patrons without checking the kitchen — if someone shouts an order that doesn't even exist, chaos can ensue in the kitchen! The SQL injection vulnerability in iCMS v7.0.16 stems from improper sanitization of user inputs in the 'where' parameter, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code that the server would execute.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate database queries, leading to unauthorized data access or even data corruption. The potential for data leaks or system disruption is absolutely devastating! To protect your application, patch iCMS to the latest version as soon as possible. Additionally, implement strict input validation and use prepared statements for database queries to keep your data safe! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll ensure your system is more secure than ever! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00607 · 48.4th percentile
Published
2023-08-10T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 AUG 00:00Z
    iCMS v7.0.16 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the where parameter at admincp.php
    cvelistv5