CVE-2023-49440

AhnLab EPP 1.0.15 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the "preview parameter."

High · published October 27, 2025

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
24.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A single maliciously crafted request can unlock a floodgate of data! AhnLab EPP 1.0.15 has a SQL Injection vulnerability that sneaks in through the "preview parameter". 🔍 Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter misreads a diner’s order and serves up everything from the kitchen instead of just the salad. That’s what happens here – any attacker can request sensitive data without a proper check! With this vulnerability, an attacker could gain access to the database, potentially exposing sensitive information like user credentials and sensitive configurations. It’s like leaving the vault door wide open — they could do anything from stealing data to corrupting it. This isn't just a little breach; it's a significant risk to your entire system!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter misreads a diner’s order and serves up everything from the kitchen instead of just the salad. That’s what happens here – any attacker can request sensitive data without a proper check! This SQL Injection vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the "preview parameter," enabling unauthorized access to backend database operations.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could gain access to the database, potentially exposing sensitive information like user credentials and sensitive configurations. It’s like leaving the vault door wide open — they could do anything from stealing data to corrupting it. This isn't just a little breach; it's a significant risk to your entire system! Immediately upgrade AhnLab EPP to version 1.0.16 to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review all instances of input handling and implement parameterized queries to safeguard against SQL Injection in the future. Don't forget to conduct security audits regularly! You’ve got this! Take action now, and you’ll lock down your system in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00323 · 24.1th percentile
Published
2025-10-27T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 OCT 00:00Z
    AhnLab EPP 1.0.15 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the "preview parameter."
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