CVE-2022-40122

Online Banking System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the cust_id parameter at /net-banking/edit_customer_action.php

Critical · published September 23, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An SQL injection vulnerability lurks in the cust_id parameter of Online Banking System v1.0, allowing attackers to manipulate database queries like a chef tossing random ingredients into a recipe! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and replace the secret sauce with whatever they want—without anyone checking the recipe! An attacker could use this flaw to gain unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, or worse, alter account information without a trace. With this SQL injection, a malicious actor could execute any SQL command they desire—anything from reading private customer data to deleting entire tables. This could lead to devastating financial repercussions for users and loss of customer trust. Imagine the chaos if someone's account balance suddenly changed overnight without their knowledge!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and replace the secret sauce with whatever they want—without anyone checking the recipe! An attacker could use this flaw to gain unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, or worse, alter account information without a trace. The vulnerability lies in the /net-banking/edit_customer_action.php endpoint, where the cust_id parameter is not properly sanitized. This allows an attacker to craft malicious SQL queries that can be executed directly on the database.

What to do

With this SQL injection, a malicious actor could execute any SQL command they desire—anything from reading private customer data to deleting entire tables. This could lead to devastating financial repercussions for users and loss of customer trust. Imagine the chaos if someone's account balance suddenly changed overnight without their knowledge! Immediate action is required: patch the Online Banking System to the latest version, ensuring that all SQL queries utilize prepared statements to prevent injection. Regularly audit input validation and sanitize all incoming data to bolster your defenses. You've got this! Fixing this vulnerability will not only secure your application but also protect your users' data! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01023 · 63.2th percentile
Published
2022-09-23T21:16Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 SEP 21:16Z
    Online Banking System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the cust_id parameter at /net-banking/edit_customer_action.php
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