CVE-2026-42097: CWE-639 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Sparx Systems Pro Cloud Server
Sparx Pro Cloud Server requires authentication based on requested URL. An attacker can omit the "model" query parameter and send the model name only in the binary blob in POST request allowing SQL query execution without authentication. The vendor was notified early about this vulnerability, but didn't respond with the details of vulnerability or vulnerable version range. Only version 6.1 (build 167) and below were tested and confirmed as vulnerable, other versions were not tested and might also be vulnerable.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-639) in Sparx Systems Pro Cloud Server arises from improper authorization checks tied to user-controlled keys in the request. Specifically, the server relies on the requested URL for authentication, but an attacker can bypass this by omitting the "model" query parameter and embedding the model name in a binary blob in a POST request. This bypass allows unauthorized SQL query execution. Versions 6.1 (build 167) and earlier have been confirmed vulnerable; other versions have not been tested. No official remediation or patch has been disclosed by the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute SQL queries on the server, bypassing authentication controls. This can lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation, representing a critical security risk. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 9.3, reflecting high impact and ease of exploitation without privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or mitigation has been provided by Sparx Systems, users should consider restricting access to the Pro Cloud Server to trusted networks and monitor for unusual POST requests that omit the "model" parameter. Await vendor updates for an official patch or guidance.
CVE-2026-42097: CWE-639 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Sparx Systems Pro Cloud Server
Description
Sparx Pro Cloud Server requires authentication based on requested URL. An attacker can omit the "model" query parameter and send the model name only in the binary blob in POST request allowing SQL query execution without authentication. The vendor was notified early about this vulnerability, but didn't respond with the details of vulnerability or vulnerable version range. Only version 6.1 (build 167) and below were tested and confirmed as vulnerable, other versions were not tested and might also be vulnerable.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-639) in Sparx Systems Pro Cloud Server arises from improper authorization checks tied to user-controlled keys in the request. Specifically, the server relies on the requested URL for authentication, but an attacker can bypass this by omitting the "model" query parameter and embedding the model name in a binary blob in a POST request. This bypass allows unauthorized SQL query execution. Versions 6.1 (build 167) and earlier have been confirmed vulnerable; other versions have not been tested. No official remediation or patch has been disclosed by the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute SQL queries on the server, bypassing authentication controls. This can lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation, representing a critical security risk. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 9.3, reflecting high impact and ease of exploitation without privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or mitigation has been provided by Sparx Systems, users should consider restricting access to the Pro Cloud Server to trusted networks and monitor for unusual POST requests that omit the "model" parameter. Await vendor updates for an official patch or guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- CERT-PL
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-24T12:15:00.858Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a0c6776ec166c07b0a98c24
Added to database: 5/19/2026, 1:36:54 PM
Last enriched: 5/19/2026, 1:52:10 PM
Last updated: 5/20/2026, 8:46:08 PM
Views: 11
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