CVE-2013-6787: SQL Injection

Published Dec 5, 2013
·
Updated

SQL injection vulnerability in the checkuserpassword function in main/auth/profile.php in Chamilo LMS 1.9.6 and earlier, when using the non-encrypted passwords mode set at installation, allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the "password0" parameter.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Chamilo Chamilo LMS<=1.9.6
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.6.2
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.7
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.7.1
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.8.2
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.8.4
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.8.8.6
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.9.0
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.9.2
Chamilo Chamilo LMS=1.9.4

Event History

Dec 5, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:55 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-6787?

CVE-2013-6787 is classified as a moderate risk SQL injection vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-6787?

To fix CVE-2013-6787, you should update Chamilo LMS to a version that implements password encryption or apply patch updates provided by the developers.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2013-6787?

CVE-2013-6787 affects Chamilo LMS versions 1.9.6 and earlier, as well as several specific earlier versions.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-6787?

CVE-2013-6787 is an SQL injection vulnerability found in the check_user_password function of Chamilo LMS.

5

Can CVE-2013-6787 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2013-6787 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who can send crafted SQL commands through the password0 parameter.

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