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Audimexee SQL Injection Vulnerability

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.8)

CVE-2023-36361

Audimexee is an enterprise audit management software application. Such web-based business applications are commonly deployed as web interfaces accessible to users over a network, and SQL injection vulnerabilities in these types of products are frequently reachable via their web application front-end.

SQL Injection

Web Audimex Audimexee

14.1.7

Halo Surface Signal: 4 out of 5 — likely to be public-facing.

External exposure likelihood

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

A critical vulnerability has been identified in Audimexee, an enterprise audit management software. This SQL injection flaw could allow unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive data if exploited. The primary concern is confirming if our environment utilizes this specific software and is therefore potentially exposed.

Flaw allows unauthorized data access and changes.
Critical flaw in enterprise audit management software.
Confirm relevance and exposure to the software.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker could target Audimexee by sending specially crafted requests over the network to a vulnerable component. This could lead to the execution of arbitrary SQL commands, potentially allowing the attacker to access, modify, or delete sensitive data.

No authentication or special access needed.
SQL injection via `p_table_name` parameter.
Complete database compromise possible.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This SQL injection vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands. When supported by the advisory, this could affect sensitive data within the application's database, potentially leading to unauthorized access or modification of information.

Application database contents.
Via network request parameter.
Data integrity and confidentiality.

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This critical SQL injection vulnerability in Audimexee affects the p_table_name parameter and is likely reachable via its web interface. Initial triage should focus on identifying all instances of Audimexee, assessing their exposure and business criticality, and confirming the accountable owner for remediation. Planning should then prioritize risk-based actions, potentially involving vendor coordination or temporary risk reduction measures.

Own the issue and assess exposure.
Verify where Audimexee is deployed.
Plan remediation based on risk.

Supplementary metadata

CVSS vector

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Frequently asked questions

What is Audimexee?

Audimexee is an enterprise audit management software designed to streamline complex auditing processes for organizations. It serves as a centralized platform where businesses manage their audit workflows, documentation, and reporting. Because it stores sensitive internal audit data, it typically functions as a web-based application, allowing authorized users to access or input information through a browser interface over a network.

What does the SQL injection in CVE-2023-36361 mean?

This vulnerability falls under the Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command, or CWE-89. In plain terms, the software fails to properly filter user input before including it in a database query. By sending a malicious request, an attacker can manipulate that query to force the application to reveal, change, or delete data it was never intended to expose, effectively granting them unauthorized control over the underlying database.

How does an attacker trigger this vulnerability?

The flaw is triggered by sending a specially crafted network request containing a manipulated 'p_table_name' parameter. Crucially, the vulnerability does not require the attacker to have a pre-existing user account or special permissions; the application processes the request without verifying the requester's identity. Simply navigating the site normally or using legitimate, non-malicious parameters does not trigger the bug.

Is my instance of Audimexee at risk?

According to Halo Surface Signal, this vulnerability is classified as external because Audimexee is a web-based application typically deployed to be accessible over a network. If your instance is hosted on a web interface reachable from the network, it is at higher risk of being targeted. You should prioritize assessing any deployment that can be reached by users or external entities.

What should I do if I run Audimexee?

Start by performing a comprehensive inventory to locate every instance of Audimexee within your environment, as it may be running on overlooked servers. Once identified, confirm who is responsible for the software and assess the sensitivity of the data it handles. Use this information to coordinate with the software vendor for patches or guidance while planning risk-reduction steps to protect the application database until a formal update is applied.

References

Written by Nicholas Merritt

Nicholas Merritt is VP of Security Solutions at Halo Security. With more than 25 years across application security, vulnerability prioritization, and offensive security, he helps teams translate threat data into practical exposure validation and remediation focus. He authors Halo Threat Intelligence CVE advisories using Halo Surface Signal and H/A/L/O context to prioritize internet-facing risk.