CVE-2015-7766

PGSQL:SubmitQuery.do in ZOHO ManageEngine OpManager 11.6, 11.5, and earlier allows remote administrators to bypass SQL query restrictions via a comment in the…

published October 9, 2015

Patch now

High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.6th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
81%
Percentile
99.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky comment could let an attacker run unauthorized SQL commands! In ZOHO ManageEngine OpManager versions 11.5 and 11.6, just a clever insertion in a query could bypass restrictions — like sneaking a secret ingredient into a recipe without anyone noticing! Think of it like a chef adding an unexpected spice to a dish without the head chef knowing. If nobody checks the recipe, they could end up ruining the entire meal, or in this case, the database integrity. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute unauthorized SQL queries, leading to unauthorized data access, potential data manipulation, or even complete system compromise. This could result in a severe breach of confidentiality and integrity within your organization’s critical data.

Put simply

Think of it like a chef adding an unexpected spice to a dish without the head chef knowing. If nobody checks the recipe, they could end up ruining the entire meal, or in this case, the database integrity. This vulnerability allows remote administrators to bypass SQL query restrictions in the SubmitQuery.do endpoint by using comments in SQL commands, effectively executing malicious queries that should otherwise be restricted.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute unauthorized SQL queries, leading to unauthorized data access, potential data manipulation, or even complete system compromise. This could result in a severe breach of confidentiality and integrity within your organization’s critical data. To secure your environment, upgrade to the latest version of ZOHO ManageEngine OpManager, and review SQL query handling practices to disallow comments within query submissions. Regular audits and monitoring of query logs can also help in identifying unusual activities. You've got this! Secure your systems and keep your data safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.80644 · 99.6th percentile
Published
2015-10-09T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 OCT 14:00Z
    PGSQL:SubmitQuery.do in ZOHO ManageEngine OpManager 11.6, 11.5, and earlier allows remote administrators to bypass SQL query restrictions via a comment in the…
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