CVE-2022-1371 in DIAEnergie
Summary
by MITRE • 05/02/2022
Delta Electronics DIAEnergie (All versions prior to 1.8.02.004) has a blind SQL injection vulnerability exists in ReadRegf. This allows an attacker to inject arbitrary SQL queries, retrieve and modify database contents, and execute system commands.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/05/2022
Delta Electronics DIAEnergie software versions prior to 1.8.02.004 contain a critical blind SQL injection vulnerability in the ReadRegf component that represents a severe security flaw with far-reaching implications for affected systems. This vulnerability falls under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, and it operates as a blind injection variant where the attacker cannot directly observe the database responses but can infer information through indirect means. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the ReadRegf functionality, which processes registry files without proper parameter escaping or input filtering mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability allows attackers to craft malicious SQL payloads that can be executed within the database context of the affected application. Through blind SQL injection techniques, adversaries can systematically extract database contents by observing application behavior changes, timing variations, or error messages that reveal information about the underlying database structure. This capability extends beyond simple data exfiltration to potentially enable full system compromise through command execution capabilities that may be present in the database environment. The vulnerability represents a significant threat to industrial control systems and energy management platforms where DIAEnergie software is deployed.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond traditional database compromise scenarios to affect critical infrastructure systems that rely on Delta Electronics energy management solutions. Organizations using affected versions face potential unauthorized access to sensitive operational data, disruption of energy monitoring and control functions, and possible escalation to full system compromise. The vulnerability affects industrial environments where energy management systems process sensitive operational data, making it particularly dangerous for critical infrastructure sectors including power generation, distribution, and industrial automation. This represents a high-risk exposure that could enable attackers to manipulate energy consumption data, disrupt operations, or gain unauthorized access to control systems.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of software updates to version 1.8.02.004 or later, which contain the necessary patches to address the SQL injection flaw. Organizations should also implement network segmentation to limit access to affected systems, deploy web application firewalls to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts, and conduct comprehensive security assessments of their industrial control environments. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, with potential progression to T1078 - Valid Accounts and T1566 - Phishing, as attackers may use this initial compromise to establish persistence and move laterally within networks. Additional protective measures include implementing proper input validation, using parameterized queries, and conducting regular vulnerability assessments to identify similar weaknesses in industrial control system environments.