CVE-2007-5646: SQL Injection
First published: Tue Oct 23 2007(Updated: )
SQL injection vulnerability in Sources/Search.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.3, when MySQL 5 is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the userspec parameter in a search2 action to index.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Machines Forum | =1.0.11 | |
| Simple Machines Forum | =1.1.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.simplemachines.org/community/index.php?topic=196380.0
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26144
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27346
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3284
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3568
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37342
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4547
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482569/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5646?
CVE-2007-5646 is considered a high severity SQL injection vulnerability that could allow remote attacks to execute arbitrary SQL commands.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5646?
Fixing CVE-2007-5646 involves upgrading to a patched version of Simple Machines Forum or modifying the script to sanitize user input properly.
What applications are affected by CVE-2007-5646?
CVE-2007-5646 affects Simple Machines Forum version 1.1.3 and potentially other versions that utilize MySQL 5.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2007-5646?
Exploitation of CVE-2007-5646 can lead to unauthorized access to database information, data manipulation, or full control of the database.
Is CVE-2007-5646 still a concern today?
While CVE-2007-5646 was reported in 2007, systems still running vulnerable versions of Simple Machines Forum are at risk and should be updated.
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