CVE-2022-29822CWE-89

Feathers - Improper parameter filtering in the Feathers js library, which may ultimately lead to SQL injection

Critical · published October 25, 2022

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missing filter in the Feathers.js library could let attackers unleash SQL injections with alarming ease! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that doesn't bother checking ingredients before cooking — a rogue chef could slip in something dangerous without anyone noticing. This oversight can lead to a completely unsafe kitchen, where anything goes! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate your database, potentially exposing sensitive data, altering records, or even deleting crucial information. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for your application and its users, leading to data breaches and loss of trust!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that doesn't bother checking ingredients before cooking — a rogue chef could slip in something dangerous without anyone noticing. This oversight can lead to a completely unsafe kitchen, where anything goes! This vulnerability arises from improper parameter filtering, allowing malicious SQL code to be injected through unsanitized inputs in the Feathers.js library. It opens the door to unauthorized database access and manipulation.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate your database, potentially exposing sensitive data, altering records, or even deleting crucial information. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for your application and its users, leading to data breaches and loss of trust! Immediately upgrade Feathers.js to the latest patched version to ensure proper filtering of parameters. Additionally, review your database query handling practices to implement prepared statements and input validation. Don't let this slip through the cracks! You've got this! With these quick actions, you'll bolster your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00931 · 60.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2022-10-25T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 OCT 00:00Z
    Feathers - Improper parameter filtering in the Feathers js library, which may ultimately lead to SQL injection
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