CVE-2024-8468:The CVE-2024-8468 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability found in the Job Portal product by PHPGurukul. This vulnerability allows an attacker to send a specially designed query through the search parameter in /jobportal/index.php, and retrieve all the information stored in it.

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The Job Portal product version 1.0 by PHPGurukul is affected by a critical SQL injection vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially designed SQL query through the search parameter in /jobportal/index.php. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in the database. The attack complexity is low and does not require user interaction or special privileges. The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is high.

Overview

CVE-2024-8468 is a critical vulnerability with a CVSS base score of 9.8. It is a SQL injection vulnerability that affects the Job Portal product version 1.0 by PHPGurukul. The vulnerability was discovered externally and was published by INCIBE. The vulnerability allows an attacker to send a specially designed SQL query through the search parameter in /jobportal/index.php, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Remediation

As of now, there is no known remediation for this vulnerability. Users of the affected product are advised to monitor the vendor's website and the provided reference link for updates on patches or workarounds. It is also recommended to limit access to the application until a fix is available.

References

For more information about this vulnerability, please refer to the following link: https://www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/notices/aviso/multiple-vulnerabilities-job-portal

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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