CVE-2026-27470: ZoneMinder: Second-Order SQL Injection in `getNearEvents()` via Stored Event Name and Cause Fields

Published Feb 21, 2026
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Updated

ZoneMinder is a free, open source closed-circuit television software application. In versions 1.36.37 and below and 1.37.61 through 1.38.0, there is a second-order SQL Injection vulnerability in the web/ajax/status.php file within the getNearEvents() function. Event field values (specifically Name and Cause) are stored safely via parameterized queries but are later retrieved and concatenated directly into SQL WHERE clauses without escaping. An authenticated user with Events edit and view permissions can exploit this to execute arbitrary SQL queries.

Affected Software

3 affected components
ZoneMinder Zoneminder<=1.36.37, >=1.37.61<=1.38.0
ZoneMinder Zoneminder<1.36.38
ZoneMinder Zoneminder>=1.37.61<1.38.1

Event History

Feb 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 4, 58123
Event
via FIRST·07:03 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-27470?

The severity of CVE-2026-27470 is classified as high due to its potential impact on the security of affected ZoneMinder versions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-27470?

To fix CVE-2026-27470, upgrade to ZoneMinder version 1.36.38 or 1.38.1 or later.

3

What are the affected versions for CVE-2026-27470?

CVE-2026-27470 affects ZoneMinder versions 1.36.37 and below as well as versions 1.37.61 through 1.38.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-27470?

CVE-2026-27470 is identified as a second-order SQL Injection vulnerability.

5

What components of ZoneMinder does CVE-2026-27470 affect?

CVE-2026-27470 affects the 'getNearEvents()' function via stored Event Name and Cause fields.

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