CVE-2021-38391CWE-89

A Blind SQL injection vulnerability exists in the /DataHandler/AM/AM_Handler.ashx endpoint of Delta Electronics DIAEnergie Version 1.7.5 and prior

published August 30, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
89.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit a blind SQL injection in Delta Electronics DIAEnergie with a simple tampered input! ๐ŸŒ Think of this like a restaurant where the chef cooks whatever dish is requested, without checking the order ticket โ€” if someone starts shouting random meal requests, chaos can ensue! With this vulnerability, an attacker could gain control over the SQL server context, opening the door to unauthorized access to the database. This could lead to data manipulation, revealing sensitive information to nefarious users. Imagine the devastation if someone could change your ingredients before they even reach the kitchen!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where the chef cooks whatever dish is requested, without checking the order ticket โ€” if someone starts shouting random meal requests, chaos can ensue! The vulnerability arises from the /DataHandler/AM/AM_Handler.ashx endpoint failing to properly validate user input before including it in SQL queries, allowing for arbitrary SQL code execution.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could gain control over the SQL server context, opening the door to unauthorized access to the database. This could lead to data manipulation, revealing sensitive information to nefarious users. Imagine the devastation if someone could change your ingredients before they even reach the kitchen! To mitigate this risk, upgrade to Delta Electronics DIAEnergie Version 1.7.6 or later immediately. Additionally, ensure thorough input validation and consider implementing prepared statements to safeguard against SQL injection attacks. You've got this! By following these steps, you can fortify your defenses and keep your systems secure! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03455 ยท 89.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 ยท Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2021-08-30T17:30Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 AUG 17:30Z
    A Blind SQL injection vulnerability exists in the /DataHandler/AM/AM_Handler.ashx endpoint of Delta Electronics DIAEnergie Version 1.7.5 and prior
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