CVE-2024-9008

Summary

CVE-2024-9008 is a critical vulnerability identified in SourceCodester's Best Online News Portal version 1.0, specifically affecting the Comment Section's code in the file /news-details.php, which is susceptible to SQL injection due to improper handling of the argument "name." This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to manipulate database queries and potentially exfiltrate sensitive data. Organizations using this software should implement remediation measures by updating to a secure version or applying patches provided by the vendor to mitigate risks. The vulnerability is rated with a base severity score of 6.3, indicating medium risk with low privileges required for exploitation. Public disclosure of this exploit increases the urgency for affected users to address the issue promptly.

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