TYPO3 'cmw_linklist Extension' 'category_uid' Parameter SQL Injection

high Nessus Plugin ID 17272

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Synopsis

The remote web server contains a PHP script that is affected by a SQL injection attack.

Description

The installation of TYPO3 on the remote host is vulnerable to remote SQL injection attacks through the parameter 'category_uid' used by the third-party cmw_linklist extension. By exploiting this flaw, a remote attacker can uncover sensitive information or even modify existing data.

Solution

Upgrade to cmw_linklist extension version 1.5.0 or later.

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 17272

File Name: typo3_linklist_sql_injection.nasl

Version: 1.25

Type: remote

Family: CGI abuses

Published: 3/4/2005

Updated: 6/5/2024

Configuration: Enable thorough checks

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Enable CGI Scanning: true

Risk Information

VPR

Risk Factor: Medium

Score: 5.8

CVSS v2

Risk Factor: High

Base Score: 7.5

Temporal Score: 6.5

Vector: CVSS2#AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:typo3:typo3

Required KB Items: installed_sw/TYPO3, www/PHP

Excluded KB Items: Settings/disable_cgi_scanning

Exploit Ease: No exploit is required

Vulnerability Publication Date: 3/3/2005

Reference Information

CVE: CVE-2005-0658

BID: 12721

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