CVE-2020-27660CWE-89

SQL injection vulnerability in request.cgi in Synology SafeAccess before 1.2.3-0234 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the domain…

Critical · published November 30, 2020

CVSS v3.1
9.6
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty SQL injection in Synology SafeAccess could let attackers execute any database command they want—yikes! Think of it like a restaurant where the chef will cook anything just because a customer asks for it, without checking if it's on the menu. If someone knows how to manipulate that order, they could turn a simple meal into a recipe for disaster! An attacker could unleash chaos by reading sensitive data, altering configurations, or even deleting critical information. This vulnerability is a ticking time bomb waiting to be exploited, putting your entire database at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef will cook anything just because a customer asks for it, without checking if it's on the menu. If someone knows how to manipulate that order, they could turn a simple meal into a recipe for disaster! This SQL injection flaw in request.cgi targets the domain parameter, allowing remote attackers to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the database. Essentially, it bypasses normal validation, giving attackers a direct line to manipulate data.

What to do

An attacker could unleash chaos by reading sensitive data, altering configurations, or even deleting critical information. This vulnerability is a ticking time bomb waiting to be exploited, putting your entire database at risk! Immediately update Synology SafeAccess to version 1.2.3-0234 or later to patch this vulnerability. Conduct a thorough audit of your database interactions to ensure that no unauthorized commands are being executed. Additionally, implement prepared statements to prevent future SQL injections. You've got this! By following these steps, you can quickly secure your system and restore peace of mind. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.6 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04610 · 91.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2020-11-30T09:30Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 NOV 09:30Z
    SQL injection vulnerability in request.cgi in Synology SafeAccess before 1.2.3-0234 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the domain…
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