CVE-2021-40842

Critical

Description

Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Server contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the Web Console. The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation on the database name parameter required in certain unauthenticated APIs. A malicious URL visited by anyone with network access to the server could be used to blindly execute arbitrary SQL statements on the backend database. Version 7.12.0 and all versions prior to 7.11.2 are affected.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductProofpoint Insider Threat Management Server
PublishedOct 13, 2021
First seenOct 13, 2021

How to fix

Update
  • proofpoint insider_threat_management_server7.11.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
proofpoint insider_threat_management_serverv < 7.11.2, 7.12.07.11.2

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CVE-2021-40842 · Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Server · Dark Radar