CVE-2023-50073

EmpireCMS v7.5 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the ftppassword parameter at SetEnews.php

published December 14, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky SQL injection lurks through the ftppassword parameter in EmpireCMS v7.5 — a simple oversight could let an attacker mix in their own commands! Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can slip their own ingredients into the chef's mixing bowl without anyone noticing — that could lead to a disastrous dish! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate your database and retrieve sensitive information, creating a risk of data leaks or even unauthorized access to your site's backend. It's not catastrophic yet, but the potential for mischief is definitely there!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can slip their own ingredients into the chef's mixing bowl without anyone noticing — that could lead to a disastrous dish! The SQL injection in EmpireCMS v7.5 occurs at the ftppassword parameter in the SetEnews.php file, allowing attackers to send malicious code to the database, which can lead to unauthorized data access.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate your database and retrieve sensitive information, creating a risk of data leaks or even unauthorized access to your site's backend. It's not catastrophic yet, but the potential for mischief is definitely there! To mitigate this risk, ensure you update to the latest version of EmpireCMS as soon as possible. Implement prepared statements for any database interactions involving user input to prevent injection attacks. Regular audits of your code can also help catch these sneaky issues before they escalate! You've got this! By taking these steps, you can secure your system and keep those pesky intruders out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00628 · 49.5th percentile
Published
2023-12-14T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 DEC 00:00Z
    EmpireCMS v7.5 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the ftppassword parameter at SetEnews.php
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