SuiteCRM unauthenticated SQL Injection

The SQL Injection vulnerability in SuiteCRM allows an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL queries into the database. This can lead to a wide range of malicious activities, including unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, financial records, and internal system configurations. An attacker could potentially modify or delete data, leading to data integrity issues and operational disruptions. Depending on the database user's privileges, the attacker might even be able to gain control of the underlying database server. The impact is particularly severe given the sensitive nature of data typically stored within CRM systems.

Organizations using SuiteCRM versions 8.0.0 through 8.6.0, particularly those handling sensitive customer data or financial information, are at significant risk. Shared hosting environments where multiple customers share the same SuiteCRM instance are also at increased risk, as a vulnerability in one customer's instance could potentially compromise others.

• php: Examine SuiteCRM event response code for unsanitized user input. Search for instances where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into SQL queries.

// Example of vulnerable code (DO NOT USE)
$query = "SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = '$username';";

• linux / server: Monitor SuiteCRM application logs for suspicious SQL queries or error messages related to database access. Use journalctl -u suitecrm to review logs. • generic web: Use a web proxy or browser extension to inspect HTTP requests and responses to the SuiteCRM events endpoint. Look for unusual SQL syntax in the request parameters.

1. 2024-06-10Disclosure

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1. Reservado2024-05-27
2. Publicada2024-06-10
3. Modificada2024-08-02
4. EPSS atualizado2026-04-02

The primary mitigation for CVE-2024-36412 is to immediately upgrade SuiteCRM to version 8.6.1 or later. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider implementing temporary workarounds such as input validation and sanitization on the events response entry point. While not a complete solution, this can help reduce the attack surface. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block SQL Injection attempts can also provide an additional layer of protection. Review and restrict database user permissions to minimize potential damage from successful exploitation.