Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-8908 is an authenticated SQL injection in dotCMS before 3.3.1. A logged-in remote user with access to the affected Site Browser HTML pages area could cause the application to run unintended database queries. That can threaten website content, user data, and CMS integrity. Exposure is most likely in internet-accessible or internal dotCMS deployments running versions before 3.3.1 where authenticated CMS users can reach Site Browser HTML pages. Systems with tightly limited CMS access have lower practical exposure, but database impact can still be serious. Prioritize remediation for any production dotCMS instance below 3.3.1, especially if CMS access is broad or externally reachable. The vulnerability requires authentication, but successful abuse could affect database confidentiality and integrity. Mitigation focus: Upgrade dotCMS to 3.3.1 or later after checking vendor guidance.; Restrict CMS administrative access to trusted users and networks.; Review user roles with access to Site Browser HTML pages..
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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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