CVE-2021-44835
CWE-89Published: September 9, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
An issue was discovered in Active Intelligent Visualization 5. The Vdc header is used in a SQL query without being sanitized. This causes SQL injection.
Risk Analysis
Active Intelligent Visualization 5 is vulnerable to SQL injection because the Vdc header is not sanitized before being used in database queries. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to compromise the database.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable.
Upgrade to a version of Active Intelligent Visualization that properly sanitizes all input headers.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-44835 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
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 9.8.
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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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-44835 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts