CVE-2006-3940: SQL Injection

Published Jul 31, 2006
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Updated

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in phpbb-Auction allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the ar parameter in auctionroom.php and (2) the u parameter in auctionstore.php. NOTE: the auctionrating.php vector is already covered by CVE-2005-1234. NOTE: the original disclosure states that the product name is "PHP-Auction", but this is probably an error.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction=1.0m
Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction=1.2m
Phpbb Group Phpbb-auction=1.3m

Event History

Jul 31, 2006
CVE Published
10:04 PM
Aug 1, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote SQL command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-3940?

To fix CVE-2006-3940, you should update phpBB-Auction to a version that has patched the SQL injection vulnerabilities.

3

Which versions of phpBB-Auction are affected by CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 affects phpBB-Auction versions 1.0m, 1.2m, and 1.3m.

4

What types of attacks are enabled by CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via vulnerable parameters.

5

Is CVE-2006-3940 related to any other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2006-3940 includes vulnerabilities that are distinct but related to those covered by CVE-2005-1234.

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