CVE-2016-2555 describes a critical SQL injection vulnerability in ATutor 2.2.1, specifically within the include/lib/mysql_connect.inc.php component, exploitable via the searchFriends function in friends.inc.php. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. With a CVSS v3 score of 9.8 (CRITICAL), it presents a severe risk due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA KEV, exploit intelligence indicates readily available Metasploit modules and ExploitDB entries for both SQL injection and remote code execution, alongside significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.2.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:atutor:atutor:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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