CVE-2021-22658 SQL injection in Advantech iView

Critical 9.8 Published 11 Feb 2021 Updated 3 Aug 2024

SQL injection in Advantech iView allows attackers to escalate privileges to Administrator, impacting industrial control system security.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-22658?

CVE-2021-22658 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Advantech iView, published on 11 Feb 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Advantech iView versions prior to v5.7.03.6112 are vulnerable to a SQL injection, which may allow an attacker to escalate privileges to 'Administrator'.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-22658?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Advantech Iview.

How do I fix CVE-2021-22658?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-22658 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

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-2021-22658 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-22658 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5x74-pwgq-52vr.