CVE-2022-43672 in Password Manager Pro
Summary
by MITRE • 11/12/2022
Zoho ManageEngine Password Manager Pro before 12122, PAM360 before 5711, and Access Manager Plus before 4306 allow SQL Injection (in a different software component relative to CVE-2022-43671.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/17/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-43672 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting multiple products within the Zoho ManageEngine suite including Password Manager Pro, PAM360, and Access Manager Plus. This vulnerability resides in a distinct software component from the related CVE-2022-43671, indicating separate attack vectors within the same product ecosystem. The affected versions prior to 12122 for Password Manager Pro, 5711 for PAM360, and 4306 for Access Manager Plus all contain this exploitable weakness that could potentially compromise the entire authentication and access control infrastructure.
The technical exploitation of this SQL injection vulnerability occurs when user-supplied input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into database queries within the affected software components. Attackers can craft malicious input strings that manipulate the underlying SQL execution logic, potentially allowing them to extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even execute arbitrary commands on the database server. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, which is classified as a high-severity issue in the Common Weakness Enumeration catalog and is frequently targeted by automated scanning tools and sophisticated attack frameworks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to privileged accounts within the managed environment. Organizations utilizing these vulnerable products face significant risk of credential theft, unauthorized system modifications, and potential lateral movement within their network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the core authentication and access management capabilities of these products, making it particularly dangerous for enterprises that rely on them for critical security functions. Attackers could leverage this weakness to escalate privileges, bypass authentication mechanisms, or gain persistent access to sensitive enterprise resources.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-43672 should prioritize immediate patching of all affected software versions to the latest releases that contain security fixes. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and parameterized query execution throughout their applications to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in the future. Network segmentation and monitoring solutions should be deployed to detect anomalous database access patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under the T1190 technique of Exploit Public-Facing Application, highlighting the need for robust application security testing and vulnerability management processes. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and database activity monitoring systems can provide additional layers of protection while awaiting patch deployment. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar weaknesses across the entire technology stack.