CVE-2026-40848: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in MB connect line mbCONNECT24
An low privileged remote attacker can exploit an unauthenticated SQL Injection vulnerability in the tag view due to improper neutralization of special elements in a SQL SELECT command. This can result in a total loss of confidentiality.
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Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-40848) affects MB connect line's mbCONNECT24 product. It is caused by improper neutralization of special elements in an SQL SELECT command, leading to an unauthenticated SQL Injection in the tag view. An attacker with low privileges can remotely exploit this flaw to compromise data confidentiality. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality. No official patch or remediation level has been published, and no known exploits are reported.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability can result in a total loss of confidentiality, meaning sensitive data accessible via the SQL database could be disclosed to an attacker. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to perform SQL Injection, which can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the system's data. There is no indication of impact on availability or integrity beyond confidentiality loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor the vendor's communications for updates. Until a patch is available, consider restricting network access to the affected component and applying compensating controls to limit exposure to unauthenticated SQL Injection attacks.
CVE-2026-40848: CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') in MB connect line mbCONNECT24
Description
An low privileged remote attacker can exploit an unauthenticated SQL Injection vulnerability in the tag view due to improper neutralization of special elements in a SQL SELECT command. This can result in a total loss of confidentiality.
CVSS v4.0
Score 7.1high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-40848) affects MB connect line's mbCONNECT24 product. It is caused by improper neutralization of special elements in an SQL SELECT command, leading to an unauthenticated SQL Injection in the tag view. An attacker with low privileges can remotely exploit this flaw to compromise data confidentiality. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality. No official patch or remediation level has been published, and no known exploits are reported.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability can result in a total loss of confidentiality, meaning sensitive data accessible via the SQL database could be disclosed to an attacker. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to perform SQL Injection, which can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the system's data. There is no indication of impact on availability or integrity beyond confidentiality loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor the vendor's communications for updates. Until a patch is available, consider restricting network access to the affected component and applying compensating controls to limit exposure to unauthenticated SQL Injection attacks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- CERTVDE
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-15T09:33:02.614Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a16b394e29bf47b50abe8b3
Added to database: 5/27/2026, 9:04:20 AM
Last enriched: 5/27/2026, 9:18:49 AM
Last updated: 5/29/2026, 4:50:33 AM
Views: 12
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