External risk intelligence

DIGIKENT GIS: SQL Injection Vulnerability Allows Unauthorized Data Access.

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 10.0)

CVE-2024-1100

A SQL injection vulnerability exists in the DIGIKENT GIS system. This could allow attackers to access or modify sensitive corporate data, impacting business operations and data integrity. The realistic business risk involves unauthorized data compromise and potential disruption.

4Halo Surface Signal

SQL Injection

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2024-1100

The product is a Geographic Information System (GIS) for corporate information management. Such systems are commonly deployed as web-based applications to provide accessibility for authorized users, requiring exposure to networks where the application is accessed. As a web-based corporate GIS platform, it is commonly deployed as an internet or intranet-facing web application.

PCI scan relevance

PCI Relevance for CVE-2024-1100

Yes

CVE-2024-1100 — Halo PCI Relevance: Yes. Under typical PCI ASV external scan criteria, this issue may be flagged for scan prioritization.

This SQL injection vulnerability in DIGIKENT GIS is considered a PCI auto-fail because SQL injection flaws are explicitly listed as conditions that cause an ASV scan to fail. These types of vulnerabilities can be exploited to compromise databases containing sensitive information,

Scan-prioritization guidance only—not a PCI DSS certification or ASV attestation.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

A vulnerability has been identified within the DIGIKENT GIS system. This flaw allows for the injection of malicious SQL commands, which could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the organization's data. The potential impact on business operations is significant, affecting systems, data, and potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

  • Vulnerable DIGIKENT GIS system
  • SQL injection vulnerability
  • Data compromise and unauthorized access

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL commands into the system. Such an attack could enable unauthorized access to sensitive data or the modification of data within the corporate information system. The impact could extend to disruptions in business operations that rely on the integrity and availability of the GIS data.

  • Exposed to networks
  • Attacker injects SQL commands
  • Unauthorized data access or modification

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

A critical SQL Injection vulnerability has been identified in DIGIKENT GIS. This vulnerability allows for unauthorized access and manipulation of the underlying database. Exploitation could lead to significant data breaches and compromise of critical business information. Given the potential impact, organizations using affected versions should treat this vulnerability with high urgency.

  • Likely attacker skill level: High.
  • Required access or conditions: Network access.
  • Business risk or urgency: Critical.

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This SQL Injection vulnerability presents a critical risk to organizations using the affected software. Attackers can exploit this flaw to inject malicious SQL commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of sensitive corporate data. The vulnerability impacts the integrity and confidentiality of business information and could disrupt operations.

  • Find affected assets.
  • Reduce exposure or isolate risk.
  • Fix, verify, and monitor.

Frequently asked questions

What is DIGIKENT GIS?

DIGIKENT GIS is a Geographic Information System used for managing corporate information. It helps organizations handle and visualize location-based data.

What kind of weakness does CVE-2024-1100 describe?

CVE-2024-1100 describes an SQL Injection weakness. This means an attacker can insert malicious SQL code into the system to manipulate or access data without authorization.

What are the conditions for an attacker to exploit this SQL Injection vulnerability?

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability if they can send specially crafted SQL commands to the DIGIKENT GIS system. The vulnerability is not triggered if no special SQL commands are sent.

How is DIGIKENT GIS typically exposed, and who should care about CVE-2024-1100?

DIGIKENT GIS is often deployed as a web-based application, making it accessible over networks. Organizations with internet-facing or internal network access to DIGIKENT GIS should care about this vulnerability.

What is the first step for organizations running affected DIGIKENT GIS versions?

The first step is to identify all assets running the affected versions of DIGIKENT GIS. After identification, organizations should consider reducing the system's exposure or isolating it to mitigate risk.

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