CVE-2006-5525: SQL Injection
Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in mainfile.php in PHP-Nuke 7.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to conduct SQL injection attacks via (1) "//UNION " or (2) " UNION//" sequences, which are not rejected by the protection mechanism, as demonstrated by a SQL injection via the eid parameter in a search action in the Encyclopedia module in modules.php.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5525?
CVE-2006-5525 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow SQL injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5525?
To fix CVE-2006-5525, upgrade to a version of PHP-Nuke that is later than 7.9, which includes patched code to address the vulnerability.
Which versions of PHP-Nuke are affected by CVE-2006-5525?
CVE-2006-5525 affects PHP-Nuke versions 7.0 to 7.9.
What types of attacks are possible due to CVE-2006-5525?
CVE-2006-5525 allows remote attackers to conduct SQL injection attacks using specific UNION-based sequences.
Is CVE-2006-5525 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2006-5525 can be easily exploited by an attacker familiar with SQL injection techniques.