CVE-2017-17588 : Security Advisory and Response

FS IMDB Clone 1.0 version is vulnerable to SQL Injection attacks through specific parameters in various files.

Understanding CVE-2017-17588

What is CVE-2017-17588?

The vulnerability in FS IMDB Clone 1.0 allows for SQL Injection attacks via certain parameters in different files.

The Impact of CVE-2017-17588

This vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to manipulate the database, potentially leading to data theft, modification, or unauthorized access.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-17588

Vulnerability Description

The FS IMDB Clone 1.0 version is susceptible to SQL Injection attacks through the 'f' parameter in movie.php, 's' parameter in tvshow.php, and 'id' parameter in show_misc_video.php.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: FS IMDB Clone 1.0
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL code through the specified parameters, enabling them to perform unauthorized actions on the database.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or sanitize user inputs to prevent SQL Injection attacks.
Regularly monitor and review database activities for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation to filter out potentially harmful characters.
Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate developers and users on secure coding practices.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the FS IMDB Clone software is updated to a patched version that addresses the SQL Injection vulnerability.