Unfiltered SQL Injection in Geotools
CVE-2023-25158
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What is CVE-2023-25158?
CVE-2023-25158 is a vulnerability located in GeoTools, an open-source Java library that provides essential tools for handling geospatial data. This library supports the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) Filter expression language, which is crucial for parsing, encoding, and executing tasks against various data stores. The vulnerability arises from unfiltered SQL injection in the OGC Filters specifically when using JDBCDataStore implementations, which can potentially allow attackers to manipulate database queries. If successfully exploited, this could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or the execution of arbitrary SQL commands, adversely affecting an organization's data integrity and confidentiality.
Organizations utilizing GeoTools need to be aware of this vulnerability as it opens pathways for potential exploitation, particularly in environments where sensitive geospatial datasets are managed. Upgrading to GeoTools version 27.4 or 28.2 is recommended to patch this vulnerability effectively.
Potential impact of CVE-2023-25158
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Data Breaches: The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute unauthorized SQL queries, leading to unauthorized retrieval of confidential data, potentially resulting in data breaches.
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Data Integrity Compromise: Exploitation may enable attackers to alter the database contents through maliciously crafted SQL commands, adversely affecting the accuracy and reliability of geospatial data.
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Increased Attack Surface: Given its nature, the vulnerability may expose organizations to further attacks, as compromised systems could serve as entry points for additional threats, including the deployment of malware or ransomware within the network.
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Affected Version(s)
geotools >= 28.0, < 28.2 < 28.0, 28.2
geotools < 27.4 < 27.4