SQL Injection Vulnerability in SourceCodester Best Online News Portal
CVE-2024-9008
Key Information:
- Vendor
Sourcecodester
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 19 September 2024
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What is CVE-2024-9008?
A significant security vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Best Online News Portal, version 1.0, specifically within the Comment Section functionality located in the /news-details.php file. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of the 'name' argument, which can be exploited through SQL injection techniques. This allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database, leading to potential data breaches or corruption. The exploit can be initiated remotely, making it imperative for users of this software to take immediate action to secure their systems. For further details and mitigation strategies, refer to the relevant cybersecurity resources.
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.