CVE-2021-40309: SQL Injection

Published Sep 24, 2021
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Updated

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the Take Attendance functionality of OS4Ed's OpenSIS 8.0. allows an attacker to inject their own SQL query. The cpidmissattn parameter from TakeAttendance.php is vulnerable to SQL injection. An attacker can make an authenticated HTTP request as a user with access to "Take Attendance" functionality to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
OS4ED openSIS=8.0

Event History

Sep 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:09 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-40309?

CVE-2021-40309 is a SQL injection vulnerability in the Take Attendance functionality of OS4Ed's OpenSIS 8.0.

2

How does CVE-2021-40309 work?

CVE-2021-40309 allows an attacker to inject their own SQL query through the cp_id_miss_attn parameter in TakeAttendance.php.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-40309?

CVE-2021-40309 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-40309?

To fix CVE-2021-40309, it is recommended to update to a patched version of OS4Ed's OpenSIS 8.0 or apply any available security patches.

5

Are there any references related to CVE-2021-40309?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-40309 in the following references: [Github - Vulnerability Reports and Disclosures](https://github.com/MiSERYYYYY/Vulnerability-Reports-and-Disclosures/blob/main/OpenSIS-Community-8.0.md), [Github - OpenSIS-Classic](https://github.com/OS4ED/openSIS-Classic), [Exploit-DB](https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50249)

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