CVE-2022-38540 SQL injection in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 13 Sep 2022 Updated 3 Aug 2024

Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the ThreadIDs parameter in the create_kill_session interface of Archery.

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-2022-38540?

CVE-2022-38540 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Sep 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Archery v1.4.0 to v1.8.5 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the ThreadIDs parameter in the create_kill_session interface.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-38540?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Archerydms Archery.

How do I fix CVE-2022-38540?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-38540 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-2022-38540 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-38540 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f7qm-cmwf-vvjv.