CVE-2008-6853 describes a SQL injection vulnerability in AIST NetCat versions 3.0 and 3.12, specifically within the modules/poll/index.php component. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating the PollID parameter. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its low attack complexity and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog, an exploit for this vulnerability is publicly available on ExploitDB, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netcat:netcat:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.12CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netcat:netcat:3.12:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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