CVE-2018-7841
Published: April 15, 2022
Official Description
A SQL Injection vulnerability exists in U.motion Builder software which could cause unwanted code execution when an improper set of characters is entered.
CISA KEV Advisory
Schneider Electric U.motion Builder SQL Injection Vulnerability
A SQL Injection vulnerability exists in U.motion Builder software which could cause unwanted code execution when an improper set of characters is entered.
The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Risk Analysis
A SQL Injection vulnerability in U.motion Builder software allows for unwanted code execution when improper characters are entered. With an EPSS score of 0.52380, there is a high likelihood of exploitation. This vulnerability is in CISA's KEV catalog, indicating active exploitation.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Exploitation occurs when specially crafted input is provided to the software.
Administrators should apply the latest security updates for U.motion Builder software. Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-7841 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2018-7841 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-7841 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1