CVE-2021-29089 SQL injection in Synology Photo Station

Critical 9.8 Published 2 Jun 2021 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in Synology Photo Station via the thumbnail component, potentially compromising data integrity and confidentiality.

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-2021-29089?

CVE-2021-29089 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Synology Photo Station, published on 2 Jun 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in thumbnail component in Synology Photo Station before 6.8.14-3500 allows remote attackers users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-29089?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Synology Photo Station.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29089?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-29089 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-2021-29089 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-29089 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jp6v-hr4q-pxq2.