CVE-2019-5150 : What You Need to Know

YouPHPTube 7.7 has a vulnerability that can be exploited for SQL injection when the "VideoTags" plugin is activated. This could lead to denial of service, database extraction, local file inclusion, and potential code execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-5150

This CVE involves a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in YouPHPTube 7.7, impacting network-based attack complexity and availability.

What is CVE-2019-5150?

SQL injection vulnerability in YouPHPTube 7.7
Triggered by an unauthenticated HTTP request with the "VideoTags" plugin
Allows attackers to execute malicious SQL queries
Potential outcomes include denial of service, data extraction, file inclusion, and code execution

The Impact of CVE-2019-5150

Base score of 8.9 (High severity) based on CVSS v3.1
High impact on confidentiality and availability
Low impact on integrity
No privileges required for exploitation
Attack vector via network with no user interaction

Technical Details of CVE-2019-5150

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

SQL injection vulnerability in YouPHPTube 7.7
Exploitable when the "VideoTags" plugin is active
Allows attackers to inject and execute malicious SQL commands

Affected Systems and Versions

YouPHPTube 7.7 commit b22e81d25b2a570f4867ea5dce5153ba4c76cc2d (Oct 15th 2019)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by sending a specific unauthenticated HTTP request
Successful exploitation can lead to denial of service, data extraction, file inclusion, and code execution

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-5150 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the "VideoTags" plugin in YouPHPTube 7.7
Implement strict input validation to prevent SQL injection attacks
Monitor and filter incoming HTTP requests for suspicious patterns

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch YouPHPTube to address security vulnerabilities
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential risks

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by YouPHPTube to fix the SQL injection vulnerability