CVE-2022-22149 SQL injection in lansweeper

Critical 9.1 Published 14 Apr 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

An authenticated attacker can exploit a SQL injection vulnerability in Lansweeper to read or modify database contents.

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

What is CVE-2022-22149?

CVE-2022-22149 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in lansweeper, published on 14 Apr 2022. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the HelpdeskEmailActions.aspx functionality of Lansweeper lansweeper 9.1.20.2. A specially-crafted HTTP request can cause SQL injection. An attacker can make an authenticated HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-22149?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Lansweeper Lansweeper.

How do I fix CVE-2022-22149?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-22149 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-2022-22149 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-22149 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mc88-h9v4-24mj.