CVE-2023-37196 SQL injection in StruxureWare Data Center Expert

High 8.8 Published 12 Jul 2023 Updated 7 Nov 2024

Authenticated users can exploit SQL injection in DCE alert settings to access, modify, or delete unauthorized content.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-37196?

CVE-2023-37196 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Schneider Electric StruxureWare Data Center Expert , published on 12 Jul 2023. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements vulnerability used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability exists that could allow a user already authenticated on DCE to access unauthorized content, change, or delete content, or perform unauthorized actions when tampering with the alert settings of endpoints on DCE.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-37196?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Schneider-Electric Struxureware Data Center Expert.

How do I fix CVE-2023-37196?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-37196 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-2023-37196 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-37196 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fqc8-gfhq-92r5.