CVE-2026-38158 in ureport
Summary
by MITRE • 07/17/2026
A SQL injection vulnerability in the /ureport/datasource/previewData component of ureport v2.2.9 allows attackers to access sensitive database information via crafted SQL statements.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/17/2026
The vulnerability under examination represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the ureport v2.2.9 reporting framework, specifically targeting the /ureport/datasource/previewData endpoint. This component serves as a data preview mechanism that processes user-supplied parameters to generate database queries for report visualization purposes. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and parameter sanitization, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands through crafted payloads. Such vulnerabilities fall under the well-documented CWE-89 category for SQL injection, which represents one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security weaknesses according to the CWE database.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when the ureport application constructs SQL queries by directly concatenating user input without proper sanitization or parameter binding mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this weakness by manipulating the previewData component through HTTP request parameters that are subsequently incorporated into database queries. When the application fails to properly escape or validate these inputs, malicious SQL commands become executable within the database context, potentially enabling unauthorized data access, modification, or even complete database compromise. This type of injection vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.005 for application layer protocol manipulation and specifically maps to the broader category of command injection attacks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as successful exploitation could lead to comprehensive database enumeration, unauthorized data modification, or even privilege escalation within the database system. An attacker with access to this endpoint could potentially extract sensitive information such as user credentials, personal data, financial records, or proprietary business information depending on the underlying database schema. The vulnerability affects organizations using ureport v2.2.9 who may have exposed this preview functionality to untrusted users or attackers who can submit crafted requests through the web interface. This represents a significant risk to data confidentiality and integrity, particularly in environments where sensitive reporting data is processed.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation, parameterized queries, and secure coding practices throughout the application. Organizations should immediately upgrade to patched versions of ureport if available, while implementing proper input sanitization measures including parameter binding instead of string concatenation. The implementation of web application firewalls and input validation rules can provide additional layers of protection. According to OWASP recommendations, all user inputs should be treated as untrusted and properly escaped or validated before being incorporated into database queries. Regular security testing including automated vulnerability scanning and manual penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar injection vulnerabilities within the application codebase and ensure that proper security controls remain in place.