CVE-2023-40787 in SpringBlade
Summary
by MITRE • 08/29/2023
In SpringBlade V3.6.0 when executing SQL query, the parameters submitted by the user are not wrapped in quotation marks, which leads to SQL injection.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/27/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-40787 affects SpringBlade version 3.6.0 and represents a critical SQL injection flaw that arises from improper parameter handling during SQL query execution. This vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into database queries, creating an exploitable condition where malicious actors can manipulate the underlying database operations through crafted input parameters.
The technical root cause of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization or parameterization. In SpringBlade V3.6.0, when users submit parameters that are then used in SQL queries, these inputs are not properly wrapped in quotation marks or otherwise escaped, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code that can be executed by the database engine. This flaw exists at the application layer where input validation and query construction mechanisms fail to adequately protect against malicious input.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, potentially enabling attackers to perform unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion operations within the affected database system. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information, modify database records, or even escalate privileges within the database environment. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the application's data, potentially leading to complete system compromise if the database contains sensitive user information, financial data, or other critical assets. The attack surface extends beyond simple data theft to include potential denial of service conditions and privilege escalation attacks.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent the injection of malicious SQL code. The recommended approach involves ensuring all user-supplied parameters are properly escaped or parameterized before being incorporated into SQL statements, which aligns with defensive coding practices outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and MITRE ATT&CK framework's defense evasion techniques. Organizations should also implement web application firewalls, conduct thorough input validation, and perform regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of their application stack. Additionally, upgrading to patched versions of SpringBlade and implementing proper database access controls can significantly reduce the risk exposure associated with this vulnerability.