CVE-2018-6883 : Security Advisory and Response

Piwigo versions prior to 2.9.3 are vulnerable to SQL injection in the admin panel's "tags.php" file, allowing attackers with administrative privileges to exploit this flaw.

Understanding CVE-2018-6883

Piwigo before 2.9.3 has a SQL injection vulnerability in the administration panel, specifically in admin/tags.php, which can be exploited via the tags array parameter in an admin.php?page=tags request. The attacker must have administrative rights to carry out this attack.

What is CVE-2018-6883?

Piwigo versions before 2.9.3 are susceptible to SQL injection in the admin panel's "tags.php" file.
Attackers with administrative privileges can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the "tags" array parameter in a specific request.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6883

An attacker with administrative access can execute SQL injection attacks through the vulnerable tags.php file.
This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or potentially complete system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6883

Piwigo before version 2.9.3 is affected by this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

SQL injection vulnerability in the admin panel's "tags.php" file.
Exploitable by manipulating the "tags" array parameter in a specific request.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Piwigo
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: Prior to 2.9.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker needs administrative privileges to exploit the vulnerability.
Manipulation of the "tags" array parameter in an admin.php?page=tags request.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Piwigo to version 2.9.3 or later to mitigate the SQL injection risk.
Regularly monitor and restrict administrative access to prevent unauthorized exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to limit administrative access.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Piwigo.
Promptly apply patches to ensure the system is protected against known vulnerabilities.