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7.5

nick_jenkin/newshowler 1.03 Beta lets attackers run SQL via cookie

CVE-2008-6517 · published 17 years ago
Summary

The NewsHOWLER web application does not properly check the data stored in the news_user cookie. An attacker could craft a special cookie that causes the system to execute unwanted database commands, potentially exposing or altering your data. Update to a patched version or disable the vulnerable feature and ensure all input is validated.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
nick_jenkin newshowler 1.0.3_beta
cpe:2.3:a:nick_jenkin:newshowler:1.0.3_beta:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
SQL injection vulnerability in NewsHOWLER 1.03 Beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the news_user cookie parameter.
SQL injection vulnerability in NewsHOWLER 1.03 Beta allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the news_user cookie parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-89SQL Injection
Timeline
Published25 Mar 2009
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-6517 · NVD
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