CVE-2005-3543: SQL Injection

Published Nov 16, 2005
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Updated

SQL injection vulnerability in search.php in Phorum 5.0.0alpha through 5.0.20, when registerglobals is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the forumids parameter.

Affected Software

25 affected components
Phorum Phorum=5.0.15
Phorum Phorum=5.0.1_alpha
Phorum Phorum=5.0.13a
Phorum Phorum=5.0.2_alpha
Phorum Phorum=5.0.5_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.19
Phorum Phorum=5.0.7a_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.17
Phorum Phorum=5.0.18
Phorum Phorum=5.0.4a_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.12
Phorum Phorum=5.0.20
Phorum Phorum=5.0.0_alpha
Phorum Phorum=5.0.16
Phorum Phorum=5.0.10
Phorum Phorum=5.0.11
Phorum Phorum=5.0.14a
Phorum Phorum=5.0.9
Phorum Phorum=5.0.14
Phorum Phorum=5.0.7_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.6_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.3_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.4_beta
Phorum Phorum=5.0.13
Phorum Phorum=5.0.8_rc

Remediation

Patch Available

http://secunia.com/advisories/17456

Patch Available

http://www.waraxe.us/advisory-43.html

Event History

Nov 16, 2005
CVE Published
07:42 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:37 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-3543?

CVE-2005-3543 is classified as a medium severity SQL injection vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-3543?

To fix CVE-2005-3543, disable register_globals in your PHP configuration and upgrade to a patched version of Phorum.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-3543?

CVE-2005-3543 affects Phorum versions from 5.0.0alpha through 5.0.20 when register_globals is enabled.

4

Can CVE-2005-3543 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2005-3543 can potentially lead to data breaches due to the ability to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

5

What measures can prevent vulnerabilities like CVE-2005-3543?

To prevent vulnerabilities like CVE-2005-3543, regularly update software, employ secure coding practices, and disable dangerous PHP features like register_globals.

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