CVE-2019-16309 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

FlameCMS 3.3.5 is vulnerable to SQL injection attacks through the accountName parameter.

Understanding CVE-2019-16309

This CVE identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in FlameCMS 3.3.5.

What is CVE-2019-16309?

FlameCMS 3.3.5 allows SQL injection via the accountName parameter in the account/login.php file.

The Impact of CVE-2019-16309

This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious SQL queries, potentially leading to data theft, manipulation, or unauthorized access.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-16309

FlameCMS 3.3.5 SQL Injection Vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

The account/login.php file in FlameCMS 3.3.5 is susceptible to SQL injection attacks through the accountName parameter, enabling unauthorized database access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: FlameCMS 3.3.5
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by injecting SQL code into the accountName parameter, manipulating database queries.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-16309

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable account/login.php file.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Regularly monitor and audit database activities for suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep software and systems updated to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address weaknesses.
Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by FlameCMS to address the SQL injection vulnerability.