CVE-2020-8645 : What You Need to Know

An issue was discovered in Simplejobscript.com SJS through 1.66. There is an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability via the job applications search function.

Understanding CVE-2020-8645

This CVE involves an unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in Simplejobscript.com SJS through version 1.66.

What is CVE-2020-8645?

The vulnerability allows attackers to perform SQL injection through the job applications search function using the 'job_id' parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8645

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, manipulation of the database, and potentially complete system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8645

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in the getJobApplicationsByJobId() function in the _lib/class.JobApplication.php file.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Simplejobscript.com SJS
Versions affected: Up to version 1.66

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by sending malicious SQL queries through the job applications search function using the 'job_id' parameter.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-8645 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the job applications search function.
Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.
Regularly monitor and audit database activities for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by Simplejobscript.com to fix the SQL injection vulnerability.