CVE-2020-9268 : Security Advisory and Response

SoPlanning 1.45 is vulnerable to SQL Injection in the OrderBy clause, as demonstrated by the projets.php?order=nom_createur&by= substring.

Understanding CVE-2020-9268

SoPlanning 1.45 is susceptible to a SQL Injection vulnerability that can be exploited through a specific URL parameter.

What is CVE-2020-9268?

This CVE identifies a SQL Injection vulnerability in SoPlanning 1.45, specifically in the OrderBy clause, allowing attackers to manipulate the database query through a crafted parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2020-9268

The SQL Injection vulnerability in SoPlanning 1.45 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, data manipulation, and potentially full control over the application's database.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-9268

SoPlanning 1.45's SQL Injection vulnerability is detailed below.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in the OrderBy clause of SoPlanning 1.45, enabling attackers to inject malicious SQL code via the 'order' parameter in the projets.php URL.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: SoPlanning 1.45
Affected Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the 'order' parameter in the projets.php URL, allowing them to inject SQL code into the database query.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2020-9268 with the following measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Monitor and log SQL errors for unusual activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent SQL Injection vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by SoPlanning.