CVE-2022-31890
CWE-89Published: April 5, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
SQL Injection vulnerability in audit/class.audit.php in osTicket osTicket-plugins before commit a7842d494889fd5533d13deb3c6a7789768795ae via the order parameter to the getOrder function.
Risk Analysis
The osTicket audit log plugin is vulnerable to SQL injection via the order parameter, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary database commands. This critical flaw could lead to unauthorized data exposure or manipulation.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in the KEV database. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Update the osTicket audit plugin to the latest version that includes the fix for the order parameter handling.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-31890 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-2022-31890 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts