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6.5

LimeSurvey lets logged‑in users run database commands

CVE-2015-5078 · published 11 years ago
Summary

The data entry page in LimeSurvey versions 2.06 and later can be tricked by a logged‑in user into sending unexpected database instructions. This could let an attacker change, view, or delete survey data. Apply the latest LimeSurvey update or patch the affected file to stop the issue.

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
limesurvey limesurvey 2.06\+
cpe:2.3:a:limesurvey:limesurvey:2.06\+:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
SQL injection vulnerability in the insert function in application/controllers/admin/dataentry.php in LimeSurvey 2.06+ allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the clo...
SQL injection vulnerability in the insert function in application/controllers/admin/dataentry.php in LimeSurvey 2.06+ allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the closedate parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.5 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-89SQL Injection
Timeline
Published28 Jun 2015
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2015-5078 · NVD
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