CVE-2018-10466 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-10466, a blind SQL Injection vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus versions before 5.0.0 build 5100. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
Blind SQL Injection is possible in versions of Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus prior to 5.0.0 build 5100.
Understanding CVE-2018-10466
Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus before 5.0.0 build 5100 allows blind SQL Injection.
What is CVE-2018-10466?
This CVE refers to a blind SQL Injection vulnerability present in versions of Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus before 5.0.0 build 5100.
The Impact of CVE-2018-10466
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data leakage, or data manipulation.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-10466
Vulnerability Description
Blind SQL Injection is possible in Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus versions prior to 5.0.0 build 5100.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus
- Versions affected: Prior to 5.0.0 build 5100
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious SQL queries into input fields, potentially bypassing authentication mechanisms and gaining unauthorized access.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus to version 5.0.0 build 5100 or later.
- Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent SQL Injection attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit database activities for any suspicious behavior.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Zoho ManageEngine to address known vulnerabilities.