CVE-2025-2928 is a high-severity SQL Injection vulnerability affecting Genetec Inc.'s Security Center software, specifically impacting versions from 5.9.0.0 up to but not including 5.13.1.1 in various subversions. The vulnerability arises due to improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands within the context of the Archiver role. This flaw allows an attacker with high privileges (PR:H) to inject malicious SQL code remotely (AV:N) without requiring user interaction (UI:N). The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H). Exploiting this vulnerability could enable an attacker to manipulate or exfiltrate sensitive data, alter or delete records, or disrupt system operations by executing arbitrary SQL commands on the backend database. The Archiver role typically has access to archived video and event data, so exploitation could compromise critical security monitoring information. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability's characteristics and high CVSS score suggest a significant risk if weaponized. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on July 29, 2025, and no official patches or mitigations are listed in the provided data, emphasizing the need for immediate attention by affected organizations.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-2928 could be substantial, especially for those relying on Genetec Security Center for physical security management, video surveillance, and access control. Compromise of the Archiver role via SQL Injection could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive surveillance footage and security logs, undermining physical security and potentially violating data protection regulations such as GDPR. The integrity and availability of security data could be compromised, leading to loss of forensic evidence or disruption of security operations. This could result in increased risk of insider threats, espionage, or sabotage. Additionally, the breach of sensitive security data could lead to reputational damage and regulatory penalties. Given the critical role of Genetec Security Center in many European critical infrastructure sectors, including transportation, government facilities, and corporate campuses, the vulnerability poses a significant threat to operational continuity and data confidentiality.

To mitigate CVE-2025-2928, organizations should first verify if their Genetec Security Center installations fall within the affected version ranges and prioritize upgrading to the latest patched version once available. In the absence of official patches, organizations should implement strict access controls to limit the Archiver role to only trusted personnel and monitor for unusual database queries or anomalous behavior indicative of SQL Injection attempts. Employing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL Injection payloads targeting the Security Center can provide additional protection. Regularly auditing database logs and application logs for suspicious activity is recommended. Network segmentation should be enforced to isolate the Security Center from less trusted network zones. Additionally, applying the principle of least privilege to all user roles and disabling or restricting unused features related to the Archiver role can reduce attack surface. Organizations should also prepare incident response plans specific to database compromise scenarios and ensure backups of critical security data are maintained and tested for integrity.