CVE-2026-54836 in Filter Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 06/25/2026
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in YMC Filter allows SQL Injection.
This issue affects YMC Filter: from n/a through 3.11.5.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/25/2026
The identified vulnerability represents a classic sql injection flaw within the ymc filter software system which fundamentally undermines database security controls. This weakness occurs when user-supplied input containing special sql characters and commands is improperly processed and directly incorporated into sql query strings without adequate sanitization or parameterization. The vulnerability exists in versions ranging from unspecified initial release through 3.11.5, indicating a prolonged period during which the system remained susceptible to malicious sql command injection attacks. The improper neutralization of special elements means that attackers can manipulate input fields to execute unauthorized database operations, potentially gaining access to sensitive information or compromising entire database systems. This type of vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration category CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws where untrusted data is concatenated into sql commands without proper validation or escaping mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data exposure risks as it provides attackers with substantial control over the underlying database infrastructure. Successful exploitation could enable malicious actors to extract confidential information including user credentials, personal data, financial records, and system configurations from the affected database. Attackers might also perform unauthorized modifications to database content, delete critical information, or even escalate privileges within the database environment. The vulnerability's presence in multiple versions suggests that organizations deploying ymc filter software within their infrastructure face ongoing risk exposure, particularly if they have not implemented proper patch management protocols or security monitoring systems to detect injection attempts. This weakness directly maps to attack techniques described in the attack tree framework where adversaries attempt to leverage sql injection as part of broader reconnaissance and exploitation campaigns targeting database systems.
Organizations utilizing ymc filter software must implement comprehensive mitigation strategies to address this vulnerability effectively. Immediate remediation should involve updating to versions beyond 3.11.5 where patches are available, though administrators should also consider implementing input validation at multiple layers including application-level parameterization of sql queries, use of prepared statements, and proper escaping of special characters. Database administrators should implement principle of least privilege access controls, regularly audit database activities for suspicious patterns, and deploy intrusion detection systems capable of identifying sql injection attempts. The implementation of web application firewalls can provide additional protection by filtering malicious input before it reaches the vulnerable application components. Security teams should also conduct thorough penetration testing to verify that all potential injection points have been addressed and establish monitoring protocols to detect any exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be performed to ensure ongoing protection against similar weaknesses in related software components and prevent the establishment of persistent access points within the database infrastructure.