CVE-2012-5701
CWE-89Published: October 20, 2014· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in dotProject before 2.1.7 allow remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) search_string or (2) where parameter in a contacts action, (3) dept_id parameter in a departments action, (4) project_id[] parameter in a project action, or (5) company_id parameter in a system action to index.php. NOTE: this can be leveraged using CSRF to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2012-5701 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-2012-5701. 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2012-5701 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts