CVE-2016-7789

Name: CVE-2016-7789
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-07T16:59:01.447+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.50%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-7789 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SQL injection vulnerability in framework/core/models/expConfig.php in Exponent CMS 2.3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the apikey parameter.. EPSS estimates a 2.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in framework/core/models/expConfig.php in Exponent CMS 2.3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the apikey parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.50%

82.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Exponentcms	Exponent Cms	<= 2.3.9

References

http://forums.exponentcms.org/index.php?p=/discussion/comment/1591#Comment_1591Exploit
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/139484/Exponent-CMS-2.3.9-SQL-Injection.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Nov/12Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97235
http://forums.exponentcms.org/index.php?p=/discussion/comment/1591#Comment_1591Exploit
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/139484/Exponent-CMS-2.3.9-SQL-Injection.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Nov/12Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97235

Timeline

Published: Mar 7, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7789?

SQL injection vulnerability in framework/core/models/expConfig.php in Exponent CMS 2.3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the apikey parameter.

How severe is CVE-2016-7789?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7789 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-7789?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-7789?

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Source: NVD / NIST