Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-9272 is a blind SQL injection issue in Exponent CMS through 2.4.0. A vulnerable rerank array parameter could let an attacker infer database information and may cause denial of service. The provided sources do not show active exploitation or a named fixed release. Exposure is most likely where Exponent CMS 2.4.0 or earlier remains deployed, especially if affected CMS functionality is reachable by untrusted users. The bundle does not identify hosting platforms, authentication requirements, or affected routes beyond the rerank array parameter. Treat this as a targeted legacy CMS risk. Prioritize inventory and remediation for any internet-facing Exponent CMS instance, but do not assume emergency exploitation without additional evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory Exponent CMS deployments and identify versions through 2.4.0.; Review Exponent CMS vendor guidance and referenced commit for the corrective change.; Upgrade or patch only according to confirmed vendor release guidance..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://exponentcms.lighthouseapp.com/projects/61783/tickets/1395-blind-sql-injection-vulnerability-in-exponent-cms-240-5CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://github.com/exponentcms/exponent-cms/commit/fffb2038de4c603931b785a4c3ec69cfd06181baCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://exponentcms.lighthouseapp.com/projects/61783/tickets/1394-blind-sql-injection-vulnerability-in-exponent-cms-240-4CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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