PatchTheCVECVE-2008-5838: SQL injection vulnerability in search_results.php in E-Php Scripts E-Shop (aka E-Php Shopping Cart) Shopping C
CVE-2008-5838 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting e-shop shopping cart. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
SQL injection vulnerability in search_results.php in E-Php Scripts E-Shop (aka E-Php Shopping Cart) Shopping Cart Script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.2% (top 33%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2009-01-05 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2008-5838?
e-shop shopping cart: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2008-5838 being exploited?
CVE-2008-5838 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2008-5838 affect?
CVE-2008-5838 affects e-shop shopping cart. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). SQL injection vulnerability in search_results.php in E-Php Scripts E-Shop (aka E-Php Shopping Cart) Shopping Cart Script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.
How urgent is CVE-2008-5838?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference