CVE-2023-22578 Sequalize - Default support for “raw attributes” when using parentheses

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Attackers can perform SQL injection attacks via improper attribute filtering in the Sequelize.js library, potentially accessing or modifying database contents.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2023-22578?

CVE-2023-22578 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Feathers-Sequalize Sequelize.js, published on 16 Feb 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Due to improper artibute filtering in the sequalize js library, can a attacker peform SQL injections.

Weakness: CWE-790

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-22578?

4 open source packages ship an affected version, including @sequelize/core and sequelize. It affects 1 product.

PackageAffectedFixed in
@sequelize/core npmAll versions7.0.0-alpha.20
@sequelize/core npmAll versions7.0.0-alpha.20
sequelize npmAll versions6.29.0
sequelize npmAll versions6.29.0

Products include Sequelizejs Sequelize.

How do I fix CVE-2023-22578?

Upgrade @sequelize/core to 7.0.0-alpha.20 or later.

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-2023-22578 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-22578 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f598-mfpv-gmfx.

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