CVE-2012-1618: SQL Injection
Interaction error in the PostgreSQL JDBC driver before 8.2, when used with a PostgreSQL server with the "standardconformingstrings" option enabled, such as the default configuration of PostgreSQL 9.1, does not properly escape unspecified JDBC statement parameters, which allows remote attackers to perform SQL injection attacks. NOTE: as of 20120330, it was claimed that the upstream developer planned to dispute this issue, but an official dispute has not been posted as of 20121005.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1618?
CVE-2012-1618 is considered to have a medium severity level due to potential SQL injection vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1618?
To fix CVE-2012-1618, upgrade the PostgreSQL JDBC driver to version 8.2 or later, which addresses the interaction error.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2012-1618?
CVE-2012-1618 affects the PostgreSQL JDBC driver versions prior to 8.2 and PostgreSQL server version 9.1 with standard_conforming_strings enabled.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1618?
CVE-2012-1618 is a SQL injection vulnerability that arises from improper handling of JDBC statement parameters.
Can CVE-2012-1618 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1618 can be exploited by remote attackers to manipulate SQL queries due to the improper escaping of JDBC parameters.