CVE-2021-28242
CWE-89Published: April 15, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
SQL Injection in the "evoadm.php" component of b2evolution v7.2.2-stable allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive database information by injecting SQL commands into the "cf_name" parameter when creating a new filter under the "Collections" tab.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-28242 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.8.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2021-28242. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-28242 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts