CVE-2026-51366 in Vedo Suite
Summary
by MITRE • 08/19/2026
SQL Injection vulnerability in Bottinelli Informatica Vedo Suite v.1.2.5 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the api_vedo/chat endpoint and the utente_chat parameter
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/19/2026
The identified security flaw represents a critical SQL injection vulnerability within the Bottinelli Informatica Vedo Suite, specifically affecting version 1.2.5. This weakness is located in the application logic handling the api_vedo/chat endpoint, which processes input through the utente_chat parameter. The root cause of this issue stems from insufficient sanitization and validation of user-supplied data before it is incorporated into SQL queries executed by the backend database management system. When a remote attacker submits maliciously crafted content within the utente_chat field, the application fails to distinguish between executable code and legitimate query instructions. This lack of proper input handling allows the injected payload to alter the structure of the original SQL statement, thereby enabling the execution of arbitrary commands on the underlying database server.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses a severe risk to data integrity and confidentiality. An attacker with network access can exploit this flaw to perform unauthorized actions against the database. These actions may include reading sensitive information such as user credentials, personal identifiable information, or proprietary business data stored within the Vedo Suite databases. Furthermore, depending on the privileges granted to the database account used by the application, an attacker might be able to modify existing records, delete critical data, or even execute operating system commands if the database software permits it through specific features like xp_cmdshell in Microsoft SQL Server or similar functions in other database engines. This capability effectively compromises the entire backend infrastructure supporting the Vedo Suite environment.
The technical classification of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which defines Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command, commonly known as SQL Injection. In terms of offensive security frameworks, this exploit maps to MITRE ATT&CK technique T1059, specifically sub-techniques related to command and script interpreters or database commands such as T1087 if data is exfiltrated via standard query outputs. The attack vector is classified as remote (Network) with low complexity, requiring no authentication in many configurations where chat endpoints are publicly accessible or lack robust access controls. This makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by unauthenticated adversaries scanning for vulnerable instances on the internet or internal networks.
Mitigation strategies must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements. The primary fix involves upgrading to a patched version of Bottinelli Informatica Vedo Suite where this specific input validation issue has been resolved, ensuring that all inputs are strictly validated against expected formats. For systems unable to upgrade immediately, developers should implement parameterized queries or prepared statements for all database interactions involving the utente_chat parameter. This approach ensures that user input is treated strictly as data rather than executable code, neutralizing injection attempts regardless of their content. Additionally, deploying a Web Application Firewall can provide an additional layer of defense by filtering out known SQL injection patterns before they reach the application logic. Regular security audits and static code analysis tools should also be employed to detect similar vulnerabilities in other parts of the application that handle user input without adequate sanitization.