CVE-2018-8820

Name: CVE-2018-8820
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-28T20:29:00.333+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.79%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8820 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Square 9 GlobalForms 6.2.x. A Time Based SQL injection vulnerability in the "match" parameter allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue was discovered in Square 9 GlobalForms 6.2.x. A Time Based SQL injection vulnerability in the "match" parameter allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. It is possible to upgrade access to full server compromise via xp_cmdshell. In some cases, the authentication requirement for the attack can be met by sending the default admin credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.79%

75.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Square-9	Globalforms	<= 6.2

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/57Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/57Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 28, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8820?

How severe is CVE-2018-8820?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8820 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8820?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST