CVE-2021-42235 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 4 May 2022 Updated 4 Aug 2024

SQL injection in osTicket login and password reset allows attackers to access administrative profiles and potentially read sensitive data.

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-2021-42235?

CVE-2021-42235 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 May 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection in osTicket before 1.14.8 and 1.15.4 login and password reset process allows attackers to access the osTicket administration profile functionality.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-42235?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Enhancesoft Osticket.

How do I fix CVE-2021-42235?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-42235 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-2021-42235 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-42235 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6wv3-7rx8-2362.