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A SQL injection vulnerability exists in Knowage Suite version 7.1 in the documentexecution/url analytics driver component. The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code via the 'par_year' parameter when running a report, potentially leading to unauthorized access to the database, data extraction, modification, or deletion of database content.
Overview
Knowage Suite version 7.1 contains a SQL injection vulnerability (CWE-89) in the documentexecution/url analytics driver component. The vulnerability occurs when the application fails to properly sanitize user input in the 'par_year' parameter when running reports. This allows attackers to inject and execute arbitrary SQL commands in the database backend. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, manipulation of database content, or even complete compromise of the database server depending on the database configuration and permissions.
Remediation
- Update to the latest version of Knowage Suite if a patched version is available.
- Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks.
- Apply the principle of least privilege to database accounts used by the application.
- Consider implementing a web application firewall (WAF) to filter malicious requests.
- Regularly audit and monitor database access for suspicious activities.
- If an immediate update is not possible, consider restricting access to the vulnerable component until a patch can be applied.
References
- https://github.com/piuppi/Proof-of-Concepts/blob/main/Engineering/SQLi-KnowageSuite.md - Contains proof of concept and technical details about the vulnerability
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/89.html - Information about SQL Injection (CWE-89)
- https://owasp.org/www-community/attacks/SQL_Injection - OWASP guidance on SQL Injection attacks and prevention
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
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