CVE-2023-26922

SQL injection vulnerability found in Varisicte matrix-gui v.2 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the shell_exect parameter to the…

Critical · published March 8, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code with just a sneaky parameter tweak! This SQL injection vulnerability in Varisicte's matrix-gui v.2 is like leaving a backdoor wide open for any would-be intruder! 🔥 Think of it like a chef who mistakenly left a critical recipe card unlocked in the kitchen. A mischievous cook could easily make changes to the dish without any oversight — and that could lead to disastrous results! This flaw could allow an attacker to perform any action on the server, potentially leading to data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even total system compromise. In the wrong hands, this vulnerability is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a chef who mistakenly left a critical recipe card unlocked in the kitchen. A mischievous cook could easily make changes to the dish without any oversight — and that could lead to disastrous results! The SQL injection vulnerability in Varisicte matrix-gui v.2 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the 'shell_exec' parameter at the \www\pages\matrix-gui-2.0 endpoint, bypassing normal security controls.

What to do

This flaw could allow an attacker to perform any action on the server, potentially leading to data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even total system compromise. In the wrong hands, this vulnerability is absolutely devastating! To protect your system, immediately patch to the latest version of Varisicte matrix-gui. Also, ensure that input validation and parameter sanitization are strictly enforced throughout your application. Regular security audits can also help catch such vulnerabilities before they become a problem! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll be reinforcing your defenses and stepping into your security hero cape! 🦸

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
0.01166 · 67.1th percentile
Published
2023-03-08T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 MAR 00:00Z
    SQL injection vulnerability found in Varisicte matrix-gui v.2 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the shell_exect parameter to the…
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