CVE-2016-8897: SQL Injection
First published: Thu May 23 2019(Updated: )
Exponent CMS version 2.3.9 suffers from a sql injection vulnerability in framework/modules/help/controllers/helpController.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Exponentcms Exponent Cms | =2.3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8897?
CVE-2016-8897 is classified as a medium severity SQL injection vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8897?
To address CVE-2016-8897, upgrade Exponent CMS to a version later than 2.3.9.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2016-8897 allow?
CVE-2016-8897 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries against the database.
Which versions of Exponent CMS are affected by CVE-2016-8897?
Exponent CMS version 2.3.9 is the only version affected by CVE-2016-8897.
Is CVE-2016-8897 a publicly disclosed vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2016-8897 is a publicly disclosed vulnerability that has been documented in security literature.
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