CVE-2024-5771

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: LabVantage LIMS version 2017

Description: A critical vulnerability was found in LabVantage LIMS, affecting the component POST Request Handler. The issue is related to the manipulation of the param1 argument in the file /labvantage/rc?command=page&page=SampleList& iframename=list, which leads to SQL injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Recommendations: For LabVantage LIMS version 2017, consider disabling the param1 argument in the affected API endpoint until a patch is available. Restrict access to the /labvantage/rc?command=page&page=SampleList& iframename=list endpoint to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.