CVE-2020-29574 CyberoamOS (CROS) SQL Injection

Exploited in the wild Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Unauthenticated attackers can execute arbitrary SQL statements via the WebAdmin interface of Cyberoam OS, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.

Exploited in the wild
Since 6 Feb 2025
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2020-29574?

CVE-2020-29574 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Dec 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An SQL injection vulnerability in the WebAdmin of Cyberoam OS through 2020-12-04 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements remotely.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-29574?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sophos Cyberoamos.

How do I fix CVE-2020-29574?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-29574 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available. US federal agencies must fix it by 27 Feb 2025.

Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.

Is CVE-2020-29574 being exploited?

Yes. Attackers have exploited CVE-2020-29574 in the wild since at least 6 Feb 2025, including in ransomware campaigns.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-v2fr-wv49-j53x.

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