SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Best Online News Portal
CVE-2024-5985

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Best Online News Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 June 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A critical SQL injection vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Best Online News Portal version 1.0, specifically within the /admin/index.php file. The flaw arises from improper handling of the username parameter, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL queries. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in the database. Given that the exploit has been publicly disclosed, it is essential for users and administrators of this product to apply mitigation strategies promptly. Regularly updating your software and employing web application firewalls are critical steps in defending against such threats.

Affected Version(s)

Best Online News Portal 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-2024-5985 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.268461
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.268461
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.356239
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
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

xuanluansec (VulDB User)
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