CVE-2024-43360CWE-89

ZoneMinder Time-based SQL Injection

Critical · published August 12, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A time-based SQL Injection vulnerability in ZoneMinder could leave your surveillance system vulnerable to unauthorized access! 🔥 Think of it like a security camera that, instead of recording footage, allows intruders to manipulate its settings by simply asking the right questions — like a sneaky burglar who knows just how to distract the guard while rifling through the drawers. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially gaining access to sensitive data or even taking control of the entire system. Imagine an intruder altering camera feeds or deleting crucial recordings — absolutely devastating for your security measures!

Put simply

Think of it like a security camera that, instead of recording footage, allows intruders to manipulate its settings by simply asking the right questions — like a sneaky burglar who knows just how to distract the guard while rifling through the drawers. This time-based SQL Injection flaw allows attackers to manipulate SQL queries by timing responses, effectively controlling the database without proper authorization. It’s a window into a world of sensitive data that should remain locked tight!

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially gaining access to sensitive data or even taking control of the entire system. Imagine an intruder altering camera feeds or deleting crucial recordings — absolutely devastating for your security measures! Immediately upgrade to ZoneMinder versions 1.36.34 or 1.37.61 to patch this critical vulnerability. Review your SQL query handling and implement parameterized queries to bolster security further. You’ve got this! Get that upgrade done and lock down your surveillance system today! 🛡️

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
0.06171 · 93.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-89 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Published
2024-08-12T20:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 AUG 20:55Z
    ZoneMinder Time-based SQL Injection
    cvelistv5