CVE-2018-5979

Name: CVE-2018-5979
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-24T10:29:00.613+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 15.52%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5979 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SQL Injection exists in Wchat Fully Responsive PHP AJAX Chat Script 1.5 via the login.php User field.. EPSS estimates a 15.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SQL Injection exists in Wchat Fully Responsive PHP AJAX Chat Script 1.5 via the login.php User field.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

15.52%

96.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Wchat Project	Wchat	1.5

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43864/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43864/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 24, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5979?

SQL Injection exists in Wchat Fully Responsive PHP AJAX Chat Script 1.5 via the login.php User field.

How severe is CVE-2018-5979?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5979 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5979?

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-2018-5979?

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Source: NVD / NIST