CVE-2023-46679CWE-89

Online Job Portal v1.0 - Multiple Unauthenticated SQL Injections (SQLi)

Critical · published November 7, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky gap in Online Job Portal v1.0 can let attackers slip right through the gates — zero authentication required! Think of it like a restaurant that doesn't check IDs before letting customers walk into the kitchen. Anyone could stroll in, whip up a meal that messes with the menu, and alter orders without anyone noticing! This vulnerability allows malicious users to execute arbitrary SQL commands, putting sensitive data at risk. An attacker could manipulate the database, steal user information, or even delete records, leading to devastating consequences for both the platform and its users!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that doesn't check IDs before letting customers walk into the kitchen. Anyone could stroll in, whip up a meal that messes with the menu, and alter orders without anyone noticing! This vulnerability arises because the 'txt_uname_email' parameter in index.php lacks proper character validation, allowing unfiltered data to be sent to the database, which can be exploited for SQL injection.

What to do

This vulnerability allows malicious users to execute arbitrary SQL commands, putting sensitive data at risk. An attacker could manipulate the database, steal user information, or even delete records, leading to devastating consequences for both the platform and its users! Immediately update to the latest version of Online Job Portal, ensuring input validation is implemented for all user-supplied data. Additionally, consider using prepared statements to mitigate SQL injection risks effectively! You've got this! Secure your application and restore safety 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
0.00831 · 57.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2023-11-07T20:37Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 NOV 20:37Z
    Online Job Portal v1.0 - Multiple Unauthenticated SQL Injections (SQLi)
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