HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2009-0302
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CVE-2009-0302

CWE-89Published: January 27, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

4.6
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in the Downloads module for PHP-Nuke 8.0 8.1.0.3.5b and earlier allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the url parameter in the Add operation to modules.php.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-0302 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2009-0302. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityP
AvailabilityP
AV:N/AC:H/Au:S/C:P/I:P/A:P

Affected Vendors & Products

php-nuke1 product(s)
downloads module
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

POC AVAILABLEProof-of-concept code exists
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All References (18)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2009-0302
CVSS Score4.6 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-89
CISA KEVNo
ExploitPOC
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 27, 2009

Related CVEs (CWE-89)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2009-0302 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.