SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Online Courseware
CVE-2024-3417

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Online Courseware
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 April 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A critical SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Online Courseware version 1.0, specifically through the 'admin/saveeditt.php' file. This vulnerability arises from unsafe handling of user input in the 'contact' argument. An attacker can exploit this flaw remotely, allowing unauthorized database manipulation. Given its public disclosure, immediate action is essential for users to mitigate potential exploitation. Always ensure your applications are up-to-date and employ robust coding practices to protect against such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Online Courseware 1.0

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-2024-3417 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.259589
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.259589
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.311595
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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

Credit

liuann (VulDB User)
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