CVE-2024-57657
Published: 14 January 2025
Description
An issue in the sqlg_vec_upd component of openlink virtuoso-opensource v7.2.11 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted SQL statements.
Security Summary
CVE-2024-57657 is a vulnerability in the sqlg_vec_upd component of OpenLink Virtuoso Open-Source version 7.2.11. The flaw enables attackers to trigger a Denial of Service (DoS) condition by sending crafted SQL statements. It is associated with CWE-89 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command) and carries a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H), indicating high severity primarily due to availability impact.
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers with network access, requiring low attack complexity and no user interaction. Exploitation involves submitting specially crafted SQL statements to the affected component, resulting in a DoS that disrupts service availability without affecting confidentiality or integrity.
Mitigation details are available in the referenced GitHub issue at https://github.com/openlink/virtuoso-opensource/issues/1219.
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