CVE-2024-4466CWE-89

SQL injection vulnerability in Gescen

Critical · published May 3, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
42.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A cleverly crafted SQL query is all an attacker needs to access your entire database! 🔥 Think of it like a thief who discovers a hidden entry point in a bank, allowing them to read all the accounts without setting off any alarms. This SQL injection in Gescen is that sneaky entry, and it could expose every secret your database holds. An attacker could waltz right in and retrieve sensitive data—user credentials, payment information, or any confidential records stored in the database. This could lead to identity theft, fraud, and a complete breach of trust for your users. It's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a thief who discovers a hidden entry point in a bank, allowing them to read all the accounts without setting off any alarms. This SQL injection in Gescen is that sneaky entry, and it could expose every secret your database holds. This SQL injection vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the 'pass' parameter with a malicious SQL query, enabling them to extract all data from the database without authentication.

What to do

An attacker could waltz right in and retrieve sensitive data—user credentials, payment information, or any confidential records stored in the database. This could lead to identity theft, fraud, and a complete breach of trust for your users. It's absolutely devastating! Immediate action is crucial! Patch Gescen to the latest version as soon as possible. Additionally, implement strict input validation and use prepared statements to secure your SQL queries against future injections. You've got this! By following these steps, you can lock down your database and bolster your security defenses. 🛡️

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
0.00504 · 42.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2024-05-03T11:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 MAY 11:44Z
    SQL injection vulnerability in Gescen
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