7.5
CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-5017: SQL Injection

First published: Mon Jul 21 2014(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in CPDB in application/controllers/admin/participantsaction.php in LimeSurvey 2.05+ Build 140618 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the sidx parameter in a JSON request to admin/participants/sa/getParticipants_json, related to a search parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
LimeSurvey=2.05\+

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-5017?

    CVE-2014-5017 is considered to have high severity due to the potential for arbitrary SQL command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-5017?

    To fix CVE-2014-5017, update LimeSurvey to a version later than 2.05 Build 140618 that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What components are affected by CVE-2014-5017?

    CVE-2014-5017 affects the CPDB component in the LimeSurvey application.

  • Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2014-5017?

    Yes, CVE-2014-5017 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability through the sidx parameter.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-5017 classified as?

    CVE-2014-5017 is classified as an SQL injection vulnerability.

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