novel-plus sql injection
CVE-2023-2041

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Xxyopen

Status
Novel-plus
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-2041?

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in Novel-Plus 3.6.2 due to improper handling of user input in the category listing functionality. Specifically, the manipulation of the 'sort' parameter in the file '/category/list?limit=10&offset=0&order=desc' allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This flaw can be exploited remotely, potentially compromising the integrity of the underlying database and exposing sensitive data. Despite attempts to alert the vendor, there has been no response regarding this issue, making prompt awareness and mitigation essential for users of this software.

Affected Version(s)

novel-plus 3.6.2

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-2023-2041 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.225919
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.225919
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https://github.com/langove/llov/blob/main/Novel-Plus%20co...
exploit

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

13673489762 (VulDB User)
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