CVE-2022-40122
CWE-89Published: September 23, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Online Banking System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the cust_id parameter at /net-banking/edit_customer_action.php.
Risk Analysis
Online Banking System v1.0 contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the edit_customer_action.php script. This critical flaw allows attackers to manipulate database queries remotely. The 9.8 CVSS score highlights the high risk of unauthorized data access.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable.
Implement parameterized queries for all database interactions. Replace the application with a secure, supported banking solution.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-40122 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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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-40122 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts