ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP generateSQLReport Improper Input Validation Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the generateSQLReport function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user.
Additional Details
ManageEngine has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.manageengine.com/products/service-desk-msp/cve-2022-40772.html
Disclosure Timeline
- 2022-09-08 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2022-11-21 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Piotr Bazydlo (@chudypb) of Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative
