CVE-2023-0953 in Server
Summary
by MITRE • 03/01/2023
Insufficient input sanitization in the documentation feature of Devolutions Server 2022.3.12 and earlier allows an authenticated attacker to perform an SQL Injection, potentially resulting in unauthorized access to system resources.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/12/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-0953 represents a critical security flaw within Devolutions Server versions 2022.3.12 and earlier, specifically targeting the documentation feature module. This issue stems from inadequate input sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly validate and sanitize user-supplied data before processing within the application's backend database operations. The flaw exists in the server's documentation handling functionality where user inputs are directly incorporated into SQL queries without proper escaping or parameterization, creating an exploitable condition that can be leveraged by authenticated attackers.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through SQL injection attack vectors that exploit the insufficient input validation controls. When authenticated users submit documentation-related data, the application processes these inputs through database queries without adequate sanitization measures. This allows attackers to inject malicious SQL payloads that can manipulate the underlying database operations, potentially executing unauthorized commands against the system's database layer. The vulnerability specifically affects the documentation feature's data handling mechanisms, where user-provided content is processed through database queries that do not properly separate user input from SQL command structures.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates significant risk for organizations utilizing Devolutions Server, as authenticated attackers can leverage this weakness to gain unauthorized access to sensitive system resources. The successful exploitation could result in data breaches, privilege escalation, and potential system compromise. Attackers may be able to extract sensitive information from the database, modify existing documentation entries, or potentially gain deeper access to the underlying system infrastructure. The authenticated nature of the attack means that an attacker must first obtain valid credentials, but once achieved, the impact can be substantial given the potential for database-level access and data manipulation.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL Injection flaws in software applications, and represents a clear violation of secure coding practices that should prevent user input from being directly incorporated into database queries. From an attack framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to multiple ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities and T1078 for valid accounts usage, as the attack requires authenticated access but can lead to broader system compromise. Organizations should prioritize immediate patching of affected systems and implement additional monitoring for suspicious database query patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. The remediation approach should include proper input validation, parameterized queries, and comprehensive code review processes to prevent similar vulnerabilities in other application components.