CVE-2017-20143 : Security Advisory and Response

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in Itech Movie Portal Script version 7.36, affecting the file /film-rating.php. The manipulation of the argument 'v' can lead to a SQL injection attack, with the potential for remote exploitation.

Understanding CVE-2017-20143

This CVE entry pertains to a critical vulnerability in Itech Movie Portal Script version 7.36 that allows for SQL injection through the manipulation of the 'v' argument in the /film-rating.php file.

What is CVE-2017-20143?

The vulnerability in Itech Movie Portal Script version 7.36 allows attackers to perform SQL injection by manipulating the 'v' argument in the /film-rating.php file, enabling remote exploitation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-20143

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 6.3. It can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data and potential system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-20143

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Itech Movie Portal Script version 7.36 involves the manipulation of the 'v' argument in the /film-rating.php file, leading to a SQL injection attack.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Movie Portal Script
Vendor: Itech
Version: 7.36

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged
CVSS Score: 6.3 (Medium)
CWE-89: SQL Injection

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-20143 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict access to vulnerable files and directories.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on safe coding practices and security awareness.
Implement network intrusion detection/prevention systems.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by the vendor.
Regularly update and patch all software components to mitigate known vulnerabilities.