CVE-2022-41551 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability identified in Garage Management System version 1.0. The vulnerability exists in the 'id' parameter of the /garage/editorder.php endpoint. SQL injection (CWE-89) occurs when untrusted input is improperly sanitized, allowing an attacker to manipulate backend SQL queries. In this case, the 'id' parameter is vulnerable, enabling an attacker with high privileges (PR:H) to execute arbitrary SQL commands remotely (AV:N) without user interaction (UI:N). The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the database, as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H). Exploitation could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, data modification, or deletion, and potentially full system compromise if the database controls critical business logic or sensitive information. No public exploits are currently known, and no patches have been linked, indicating that organizations using this system may remain exposed if unmitigated. The vulnerability was published on November 2, 2022, and is recognized by CISA, emphasizing its significance. The lack of vendor or product details limits precise identification, but the affected software is a Garage Management System, likely used in automotive service or repair businesses to manage orders and customer data.

For European organizations, especially automotive service providers and garages using this specific management system, the impact could be significant. Exploitation could lead to exposure of sensitive customer data, including personal and vehicle information, violating GDPR requirements and resulting in regulatory penalties. Data integrity loss could disrupt business operations, causing order processing errors or financial discrepancies. Availability impacts could halt service management, leading to operational downtime and customer dissatisfaction. Given the high privileges required for exploitation, insider threats or compromised credentials could facilitate attacks. The absence of patches increases risk exposure. Additionally, the automotive sector is critical in many European economies, so disruption could have broader supply chain implications. Organizations may also face reputational damage and financial losses due to data breaches or operational interruptions.

Specific mitigations include: 1) Immediate code review and sanitization of the 'id' parameter in /garage/editorder.php to implement parameterized queries or prepared statements, eliminating direct SQL concatenation. 2) Restrict database user privileges to the minimum necessary to limit damage from potential injection. 3) Implement Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block SQL injection patterns targeting the vulnerable endpoint. 4) Conduct thorough security testing, including automated and manual penetration testing focused on input validation. 5) Monitor logs for suspicious activities related to the 'id' parameter or unusual database queries. 6) If vendor support is unavailable, consider isolating the affected system within the network and applying strict access controls. 7) Educate staff on credential security to prevent privilege escalation. 8) Prepare incident response plans for potential exploitation scenarios. These steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on the specific vulnerable parameter and operational context.