CVE-2023-26550

A SQL injection vulnerability in BMC Control-M before 9.0.20.214 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the memname JSON field

Critical · published February 25, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
54.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky SQL injection just lurks in BMC Control-M versions before 9.0.20.214! By crafting specific inputs in the memname JSON field, an attacker could execute arbitrary SQL commands. 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant where someone sneaks in a false order — the chef unknowingly cooks up exactly what the attacker wants without checking the ingredients. It's all about trusting what comes through the front door without a second look! If exploited, an attacker could waltz right in and manipulate your database to read sensitive information, alter records, or even delete critical data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for your operations! We're talking about a complete loss of control over your data. ⚡

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where someone sneaks in a false order — the chef unknowingly cooks up exactly what the attacker wants without checking the ingredients. It's all about trusting what comes through the front door without a second look! This vulnerability allows attackers to inject SQL commands into the memname JSON field, bypassing normal input validation and executing arbitrary SQL queries on the database.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could waltz right in and manipulate your database to read sensitive information, alter records, or even delete critical data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for your operations! We're talking about a complete loss of control over your data. ⚡ Immediate action is required! Upgrade to BMC Control-M version 9.0.20.214 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, ensure strict input validation and parameterized queries are in place for all user inputs to safeguard against such attacks. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll have your defenses boosted in no time! 🛡️

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
0.00752 · 54.5th percentile
Published
2023-02-25T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 FEB 00:00Z
    A SQL injection vulnerability in BMC Control-M before 9.0.20.214 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the memname JSON field
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