CVE-2023-40958 : Security Advisory and Response

A SQL injection vulnerability in Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management (aka pdm) v.14.0, v.15.0, and v.16.0 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Understanding CVE-2023-40958

This CVE identifies a security flaw in Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management software that could be exploited by a remote authenticated attacker to run malicious code.

What is CVE-2023-40958?

CVE-2023-40958 is a SQL injection vulnerability found in versions 14.0, 15.0, and 16.0 of Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management software. The flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specific query parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2023-40958

The impact of this vulnerability is severe as it enables a remote authenticated attacker to execute malicious code on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-40958

This section provides more insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The SQL injection vulnerability in Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management software arises from inadequate input validation, allowing attackers to manipulate queries and execute unauthorized commands.

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions 14.0, 15.0, and 16.0 of Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management software are affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL commands via the query parameter in the

models/base_client.py

component, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

To protect systems from CVE-2023-40958, immediate steps should be taken along with long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Didotech srl Engineering & Lifecycle Management software to the patched versions: pdm-14.0.1.0.0, pdm-15.0.1.0.0, and pdm-16.0.1.0.0.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

Regularly apply security updates and patches provided by Didotech to address any known vulnerabilities.