CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-8796: SQL Injection

First published: Fri May 05 2017(Updated: )

An issue was discovered on Accellion FTA devices before FTA_9_12_180. Because mysql_real_escape_string is misused, seos/courier/communication_p2p.php allows SQL injection with the app_id parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Accellion Secure File Transfer Appliance<=9_12_40

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-8796?

    CVE-2017-8796 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for SQL injection, which can lead to unauthorized data access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-8796?

    To fix CVE-2017-8796, upgrade to Accellion FTA version 9_12_180 or later where the vulnerability is patched.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8796?

    CVE-2017-8796 affects Accellion File Transfer Appliance devices running versions before 9_12_180.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8796?

    CVE-2017-8796 is an SQL injection vulnerability that arises from improper input sanitization.

  • What impacts can CVE-2017-8796 have on an organization?

    CVE-2017-8796 can allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially leading to data breaches or unauthorized access.

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