SQL Injection Vulnerability in lighttpd Affected by Arbitrary Command Execution
CVE-2014-2323

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Lighttpd

Status
Lighttpd
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2014

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 92%

What is CVE-2014-2323?

An SQL injection vulnerability exists in mod_mysql_vhost.c of lighttpd prior to version 1.4.35. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate SQL queries by submitting crafted host names. Exploitation can lead to unauthorized execution of SQL commands, potentially compromising the application’s database. It is crucial for administrators using affected versions to apply patches and ensure their systems are secured against this type of attack.

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.

lighty-sqlinj-demo
Created by cirocosta

References

http://www.lighttpd.net/2014/3/12/1.4.35/
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http://download.lighttpd.net/lighttpd/security/lighttpd_s...
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http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2877
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EPSS Score

92% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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