CVE-2023-23331 in Xoffice Parking Solutions
Summary
by MITRE • 01/24/2023
Amano Xoffice parking solutions 7.1.3879 is vulnerable to SQL Injection.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/07/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-23331 affects Amano Xoffice parking solutions version 7.1.3879, presenting a critical security risk through SQL injection flaws that can potentially compromise the entire parking management system. This vulnerability resides within the application's handling of user input parameters that are directly incorporated into database queries without proper sanitization or parameterization, creating an exploitable condition that allows attackers to manipulate the underlying database structure. The flaw represents a direct violation of secure coding practices and demonstrates inadequate input validation mechanisms within the software's database interaction layers.
The technical exploitation of this SQL injection vulnerability occurs when malicious actors manipulate input fields within the parking management interface to inject malicious SQL code into the database query execution process. This allows unauthorized individuals to execute arbitrary database commands, potentially gaining access to sensitive information including user credentials, vehicle registration details, payment records, and system configuration data. The vulnerability can be leveraged to perform data extraction, modification, or deletion operations, with the severity amplified by the fact that the affected system manages critical parking infrastructure data. According to CWE standards, this corresponds to CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities in software applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as successful exploitation could lead to complete system takeover, disruption of parking services, financial losses through payment data theft, and potential regulatory violations under data protection laws. Organizations relying on Amano Xoffice solutions for parking management face significant risks including unauthorized access to vehicle tracking data, user privacy breaches, and potential denial of service conditions that could affect parking operations. The vulnerability affects not only the database integrity but also the overall security posture of the facility's IT infrastructure, as the compromised system could serve as a foothold for further lateral movement within the network.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate implementation of security patches provided by Amano, as well as deployment of input validation mechanisms and parameterized queries to prevent future injection attempts. Organizations must implement comprehensive database access controls, regular security assessments, and network monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts. The remediation process should include thorough code review of all database interaction points, implementation of proper error handling to prevent information disclosure, and establishment of secure development practices aligned with OWASP Top Ten recommendations. Additionally, network segmentation and intrusion detection systems should be deployed to minimize the potential impact of any successful exploitation attempts while maintaining operational continuity of parking services.