Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-8904 is an authenticated SQL injection flaw in dotCMS before 3.3.1. A logged-in remote user reaching the Site Browser Containers pages could manipulate database queries through the orderby parameter. Business impact could include content theft, content tampering, or database integrity loss, depending on account privileges and database permissions. Exposure is most likely in legacy dotCMS deployments running versions earlier than 3.3.1, especially where CMS login access is available to many users or externally reachable. The provided sources do not identify affected editions, configurations, or CPEs beyond dotCMS before 3.3.1. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing or broadly accessible dotCMS instance below 3.3.1. Although exploitation requires authentication and active exploitation is not evidenced here, SQL injection in a CMS can affect sensitive content, site integrity, and database trust. Mitigation focus: Upgrade dotCMS to version 3.3.1 or a later vendor-supported release.; Review dotCMS vendor guidance and linked pull requests for the exact fix context.; Restrict CMS login access to trusted users and required networks..
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- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/pull/8460/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/pull/8468/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://security.elarlang.eu/multiple-sql-injection-vulnerabilities-in-dotcms-8x-cve-full-disclosure.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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