CVE-2019-19603 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-19603, a vulnerability in SQLite 3.30.1 that mishandles SELECT statements with nonexistent VIEWs, potentially leading to application crashes and denial of service. Find mitigation steps and updates here.
SQLite 3.30.1 mishandles certain SELECT statements with a nonexistent VIEW, leading to an application crash.
Understanding CVE-2019-19603
The mishandling of specific SELECT statements in SQLite 3.30.1, where a nonexistence VIEW is involved, can result in the application crashing.
What is CVE-2019-19603?
SQLite 3.30.1 is vulnerable to mishandling SELECT statements involving a nonexistent VIEW, potentially causing application crashes.
The Impact of CVE-2019-19603
The vulnerability can lead to application crashes, impacting system stability and potentially causing denial of service.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-19603
SQLite 3.30.1 vulnerability details and impact.
Vulnerability Description
- SQLite 3.30.1 mishandles specific SELECT statements with a nonexistent VIEW, triggering application crashes.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting malicious SELECT statements involving nonexistent VIEWs to crash applications.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect systems from CVE-2019-19603.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update SQLite to a patched version that addresses the mishandling of SELECT statements.
- Monitor for any unusual application crashes that could indicate exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and libraries to prevent known vulnerabilities.
- Implement proper input validation to mitigate SQL injection risks.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by SQLite to fix the vulnerability and prevent application crashes.