CVE-2021-23230 SQL injection in Command Centre

Critical 9.9 Published 11 Jun 2021 Updated 3 Aug 2024

Remote unprivileged operators can modify Command Centre databases undetected via SQL injection in the OPCUA interface.

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

What is CVE-2021-23230?

CVE-2021-23230 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Gallagher Command Centre, published on 11 Jun 2021. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A SQL Injection vulnerability in the OPCUA interface of Gallagher Command Centre allows a remote unprivileged Command Centre Operator to modify Command Centre databases undetected. This issue affects: Gallagher Command Centre 8.40 versions prior to 8.40.1888 (MR3); 8.30 versions prior to 8.30.1359 (MR3); 8.20 versions prior to 8.20.1259 (MR5); 8.10 versions prior to 8.10.1284 (MR7); version 8.00 and prior versions.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-23230?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Gallagher Command Centre.

How do I fix CVE-2021-23230?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-23230 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-2021-23230 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-23230 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3xrp-cm65-f8f5.