CVE-2026-78316 in DIAEnergie
Summary
by MITRE • 08/24/2026
SQL Injection in Delta DIAEnergie v1.11.00.002 allows attacker to remote code execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/24/2026
The vulnerability identified within Delta DIAEnergie version 1.11.00.002 represents a critical security flaw rooted in the improper handling of user-supplied input during database query construction. This specific instance is classified as an SQL Injection, which corresponds to Common Weakness Enumeration identifier CWE-89. The core technical failure lies in the application's inability to sufficiently sanitize or parameterize data before incorporating it into Structured Query Language commands executed against the backend database management system. When a remote attacker submits maliciously crafted input through any accessible interface that interacts with the database, such as web forms, API endpoints, or HTTP headers, the application processes this input directly without adequate validation. This lack of separation between code and data allows the injected SQL syntax to alter the intended logic of the query, effectively turning the database engine into an execution vehicle for arbitrary commands.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe due to its potential to lead to Remote Code Execution. While traditional SQL Injection attacks are often associated with unauthorized data access or modification, the specific nature of this flaw in Delta DIAEnergie suggests that the underlying system configuration or application logic permits the escalation of database privileges to a level where operating system commands can be executed. This typically occurs when the database user has elevated permissions, such as the ability to execute xp_cmdshell on Microsoft SQL Server or similar functions in other database systems like MySQL's INTO OUTFILE combined with file write capabilities that lead to web shell deployment. Consequently, an unauthenticated attacker could potentially gain full control over the server hosting the DIAEnergie application, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical energy management data and infrastructure controls.
From a threat intelligence perspective, this vulnerability aligns with MITRE ATT&CK techniques related to Command and Scripting Interpreter execution via database services, specifically mapping to T1059 if direct command injection is possible through the database layer, or potentially T1190 for exploitation of application vulnerabilities that lead to remote code execution. The attack vector is classified as Remote (Network) with Low Complexity, meaning it can be exploited over a network without requiring prior authentication, significantly increasing its risk profile in internet-facing deployments. Attackers would likely utilize automated scanning tools to probe for this weakness by injecting standard SQL injection payloads designed to trigger error-based or blind boolean-based responses that confirm the presence of the vulnerability before proceeding to exploit code execution capabilities.
Mitigation strategies must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements. The primary technical fix involves implementing strict input validation and using parameterized queries or prepared statements for all database interactions, ensuring that user input is treated strictly as data rather than executable code. Developers should also enforce the principle of least privilege by configuring the database service account used by the application with minimal necessary permissions, explicitly disabling dangerous stored procedures like xp_cmdshell if they are not required for business operations. Additionally, deploying a Web Application Firewall can provide a layer of defense by filtering out known malicious SQL patterns in HTTP requests, although this should be viewed as a compensating control rather than a substitute for code-level fixes. Immediate patching to the latest version released by Delta DIAEnergie is recommended if available, alongside rigorous security testing including static and dynamic analysis to ensure no similar vulnerabilities exist elsewhere in the application logic.