CVE-2016-7789

Critical

Published: 07/03/2017(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

CVE-2016-7789 is a SQL injection vulnerability in expConfig.php in Exponent CMS version 2.3.9 and earlier. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the apikey parameter.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to the database, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. This risk can significantly impact the organization's security.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Exponent CMS to the latest version to eliminate this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing input validation mechanisms can help minimize the risk of SQL injection attacks.

Original NVD description (English source)

SQL injection vulnerability in framework/core/models/expConfig.php in Exponent CMS 2.3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the apikey parameter.