Critical SQL-injection vulnerability (CVE-2022-22524) in Carlo Gavazzi UWP 3.0 and CPY Car Park Server allows unauthenticated attackers to gain full database access. Learn about the impact and mitigation.
SQL-injection vulnerability in Carlo Gavazzi UWP 3.0 and CPY Car Park Server allows unauthenticated remote attackers to gain full database access, modify users, and stop services.
Understanding CVE-2022-22524
This CVE relates to a critical SQL-injection vulnerability in multiple versions of Carlo Gavazzi UWP 3.0 and CPY Car Park Server.
What is CVE-2022-22524?
The CVE-2022-22524 vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to exploit a SQL-injection flaw to achieve full database access, manipulate user data, and disrupt services.
The Impact of CVE-2022-22524
The impact of this vulnerability is deemed critical with a CVSS base score of 9.4, indicating high confidentiality impact, unchanged scope, and high availability impact. The attack complexity is low, and no user interaction is required.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-22524
This section covers detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability originates in the SQL-injection flaw present in Carlo Gavazzi UWP 3.0 and CPY Car Park Server versions, enabling attackers to execute malicious SQL queries.
Affected Systems and Versions
Carlo Gavazzi UWP 3.0 versions below 8.5.0.3, including Security Enhanced and EDP versions, and CPY Car Park Server version 2.8.3 are impacted by this vulnerability.
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the SQL-injection vulnerability remotely without the need for authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized database access and service disruptions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address and prevent the CVE-2022-22524 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
Organizations should apply security patches promptly, implement network security measures, and conduct security audits to detect and remediate any existing vulnerabilities.
Long-Term Security Practices
Establishing secure coding practices, conducting regular security assessments, and educating staff on cybersecurity best practices can enhance long-term security resilience.
Patching and Updates
Regularly monitor vendor security advisories and apply software updates and patches provided by Carlo Gavazzi to mitigate the CVE-2022-22524 vulnerability.