SQL Injection Vulnerability in Symantec Web Gateway
CVE-2012-4178

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Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Web Gateway
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 August 2012

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2012-4178?

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the Symantec Web Gateway, specifically in the deptUploads_data.php file, which enables remote attackers to manipulate database queries through unsanitized input in the groupid parameter. This flaw could allow unauthorized individuals to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially compromising sensitive data integrity and security within the affected system.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2012-4178 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/20123
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/77264
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027358
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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