CVE-2011-0549: SQL Injection

Published Jul 11, 2011
·
Updated

SQL injection vulnerability in forget.php in the management GUI in Symantec Web Gateway 4.5.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the username parameter.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.0.326
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.1.34
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.1.44
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.2.37
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.2.65
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.2.72
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.3.38
Symantec Web Gateway=4.5.4.9

Event History

Jul 11, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-0549?

CVE-2011-0549 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-0549?

To fix CVE-2011-0549, users should apply the latest security patch provided by Symantec for Web Gateway versions affected.

3

Which versions of Symantec Web Gateway are affected by CVE-2011-0549?

CVE-2011-0549 affects Symantec Web Gateway versions 4.5, 4.5.0.326, 4.5.1.34, 4.5.1.44, 4.5.2.37, 4.5.2.65, 4.5.2.72, 4.5.3.38, and 4.5.4.9.

4

How can attackers exploit CVE-2011-0549?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2011-0549 by sending specially crafted SQL queries through the username parameter in forget.php.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2011-0549?

The potential impacts of CVE-2011-0549 include unauthorized data access, data manipulation, and compromising the integrity of the database.

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