CVE-2012-4994: SQL Injection

Published Sep 19, 2012
·
Updated

SQL injection vulnerability in admin/admin.php in LimeSurvey before 1.91+ Build 120224 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a browse action. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

15 affected components
Limesurvey LimeSurvey<=1.91\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.01
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.50
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.52
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.53\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.70\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.71\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.72
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.80\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.81\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.82\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.85
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.86
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.87\+
Limesurvey LimeSurvey=1.90\+

Event History

Sep 19, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-4994?

CVE-2012-4994 is typically classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for SQL injection, which can lead to unauthorized data access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-4994?

To fix CVE-2012-4994, you should upgrade to LimeSurvey version 1.91+ Build 120224 or later, which includes a patch against this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2012-4994?

CVE-2012-4994 affects remote authenticated users of LimeSurvey versions prior to 1.91+ Build 120224.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4994?

CVE-2012-4994 is an SQL injection vulnerability that allows execution of arbitrary SQL commands via a vulnerable parameter.

5

What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2012-4994?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2012-4994 could potentially gain unauthorized access to the database, manipulate data, or execute administrative functions.

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