CVE-2023-44090 in Pandora FMS
Summary
by MITRE • 03/19/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Pandora FMS on all allows CVE-2008-5817. This vulnerability allowed SQL changes to be made to several files in the Grafana module. This issue affects Pandora FMS: from 700 through <776.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/16/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-44090 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Pandora FMS monitoring platform that specifically targets the Grafana module. This weakness stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly neutralize special elements within SQL commands. The vulnerability has been classified under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL queries without proper escaping or parameterization. The issue affects Pandora FMS versions ranging from 700 through the vulnerable version less than 776, indicating a significant attack surface across multiple releases of the platform.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when user-supplied input is directly concatenated into SQL queries without proper sanitization or parameterization. Attackers can manipulate the SQL command structure by injecting malicious SQL code through specially crafted inputs that bypass normal validation checks. This flaw particularly impacts the Grafana module functionality where database operations are performed, allowing unauthorized individuals to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database. The vulnerability's impact extends to several files within the Grafana module, suggesting a widespread potential compromise of database integrity and access controls. The attack vector likely involves manipulation of parameters or input fields that are processed by the application's database layer without adequate protection mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it provides attackers with the capability to perform unauthorized database modifications, potentially leading to data corruption, unauthorized access to sensitive monitoring information, and complete compromise of the monitoring infrastructure. The vulnerability enables attackers to execute SQL commands that could alter configuration files, modify user permissions, extract confidential data, or even escalate privileges within the system. Given that Pandora FMS is commonly used for critical infrastructure monitoring, this vulnerability could result in significant operational disruptions and security breaches that compromise the integrity of the entire monitoring ecosystem. The affected version range suggests that organizations running these specific versions of Pandora FMS are at risk of exploitation without proper patches or mitigations.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement comprehensive mitigations including applying the latest security patches from Pandora FMS vendor, implementing proper input validation and parameterization techniques, and conducting thorough security assessments of their monitoring infrastructure. The remediation process should involve reviewing and strengthening database access controls, implementing proper SQL query parameterization, and establishing robust input sanitization mechanisms. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing network segmentation and monitoring solutions to detect potential exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol manipulation, and T1046 which involves network service scanning that could be used to identify vulnerable systems. The implementation of web application firewalls and regular security audits can help prevent exploitation while the organization should also consider conducting penetration testing to validate the effectiveness of their mitigation strategies.