Description

CVE-2024-11305 is a critical vulnerability found in Altenergy Power Control Software up to version 20241108. The vulnerability, classified as CWE-74 (Improper Neutralization of Special Characters in a Web Page), allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code into the software through the get_status_zigbee function within the /index.php/display/status_zigbee file. This vulnerability could potentially lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and system compromise.

The SVRS (SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score) for this CVE is 69, indicating a high-risk vulnerability requiring immediate attention and mitigation.

Key Insights

• Remote Exploitation: The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, meaning attackers do not need physical access to the system to exploit it. This significantly increases the threat surface and potential for widespread compromise.
• Public Exploit Availability: The exploit for this vulnerability has been disclosed to the public, increasing the likelihood of malicious actors leveraging it to target vulnerable systems.
• Vendor Non-Response: The vendor has not responded to the disclosure, leaving users vulnerable without a patch or official guidance.
• SQL Injection: The vulnerability allows attackers to inject SQL code, granting them the ability to manipulate or steal sensitive data stored in the Altenergy Power Control Software database.

Mitigation Strategies

1. Software Update: The most effective mitigation is to update the Altenergy Power Control Software to the latest version or, if possible, to a version known to be patched against this vulnerability.
2. Network Segmentation: Implement network segmentation to isolate the affected systems from other critical resources, limiting the potential damage if a breach occurs.
3. Input Validation and Sanitization: Implement strong input validation and sanitization measures to prevent malicious code from being injected into the system.
4. Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to filter and block malicious requests and potentially prevent SQL injection attacks.

Additional Information

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