CVE-2018-7269
CWE-89Published: March 21, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The findByCondition function in framework/db/ActiveRecord.php in Yii 2.x before 2.0.15 allows remote attackers to conduct SQL injection attacks via a findOne() or findAll() call, unless a developer recognizes an undocumented need to sanitize array input.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-7269 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-7269 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts