CVE-2026-40018: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in Open-Xchange GmbH OX Dovecot Pro
Description
CVE-2026-40018 is a high-severity SQL Injection vulnerability in Open-Xchange GmbH's OX Dovecot Pro version 2.3.0. It allows improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or modification. No public exploits are known at this time, and no official patch or remediation guidance has been provided by the vendor.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.4high
Affected software
Open-Xchange GmbH
OX Dovecot Pro
Open-Xchange GmbH
OX Dovecot CE
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands within OX Dovecot Pro, specifically version 2.3.0. The flaw could allow an attacker to execute unauthorized SQL commands, impacting confidentiality and integrity of the system. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.4, reflecting high impact on confidentiality and integrity with network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. There are no known exploits in the wild, and no vendor remediation level or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure and modification of sensitive data stored or processed by OX Dovecot Pro. The vulnerability does not affect availability. No active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, monitor vendor communications for updates. No specific mitigations are provided by the vendor at this time.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- OX
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-08T09:59:59.342Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a916f8aacd9273b49cf9203
Added to database: 08/28/2026, 11:22:50 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 08:37:15 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 06:48:16 UTC
Views: 33
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