CVE-2024-22120: Time Based SQL Injection in Zabbix Server Audit Log

Published May 17, 2024
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Updated

Zabbix server can perform command execution for configured scripts. After command is executed, audit entry is added to "Audit Log". Due to "clientip" field is not sanitized, it is possible to injection SQL into "clientip" and exploit time based blind SQL injection.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Zabbix Zabbix server
Zabbix Zabbix>=6.0.0<6.0.28
Zabbix Zabbix>=6.4.0<6.4.13
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha1
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha2
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha3
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha4
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha5
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha6
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha7
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha8
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha9
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-beta1

Event History

May 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:53 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:53 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22120?

CVE-2024-22120 has a high severity due to its potential for SQL injection exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-22120?

To fix CVE-2024-22120, update Zabbix Server to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2024-22120?

CVE-2024-22120 affects the Zabbix Server software that is improperly sanitizing the 'clientip' field.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2024-22120 involve?

CVE-2024-22120 involves a time-based blind SQL injection attack that exploits improper input validation.

5

Can CVE-2024-22120 lead to unauthorized command execution?

Yes, CVE-2024-22120 can lead to unauthorized command execution on the Zabbix Server.

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