CVE-2021-42258: BQE BillQuick Web Suite SQL Injection Vulnerability
Description
BQE BillQuick Web Suite is affected by an SQL injection vulnerability in the username parameter that can be exploited remotely without authentication. This vulnerability may lead to remote code execution. It has been exploited in the wild and is associated with known ransomware campaigns.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-42258 describes an SQL injection vulnerability in BQE BillQuick Web Suite, specifically when processing the username parameter. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability has been observed in active exploitation scenarios, including ransomware campaigns.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can result in remote code execution on the affected system without requiring authentication. This poses a high risk of system compromise, data theft, or ransomware deployment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the affected application and monitor for suspicious activity related to SQL injection attempts.
Threat ID: 6adc6f603fe894698b2dd99d
Added to database: 10/24/2026, 08:42:08 UTC
Last enriched: 10/24/2026, 09:27:54 UTC
Last updated: 10/24/2026, 09:30:24 UTC
Views: 3
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