Parse Server literalizeRegexPart SQL Injection (CVE-2024-27298)
Parse Server for Node.js / Express contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-27298) affecting configurations using PostgreSQL. This flaw allows SQL injection attacks via the literalizeRegexPart component. The issue has been fixed in versions 6.5.0 and 7.0.0.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability in parse-server arises when it is configured to use PostgreSQL as the database backend. An SQL injection flaw exists in the literalizeRegexPart functionality, enabling attackers to inject malicious SQL commands. This vulnerability is critical due to the potential impact on database integrity and confidentiality. The issue has been addressed and fixed in parse-server versions 6.5.0 and 7.0.0.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the PostgreSQL database used by parse-server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The severity is critical given the nature of SQL injection vulnerabilities and their impact on data security.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade parse-server to version 6.5.0 or later, or 7.0.0 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed. Applying these official patches fully mitigates the risk. No additional mitigation steps are required if the upgrade is applied.
Parse Server literalizeRegexPart SQL Injection (CVE-2024-27298)
Description
Parse Server for Node.js / Express contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-27298) affecting configurations using PostgreSQL. This flaw allows SQL injection attacks via the literalizeRegexPart component. The issue has been fixed in versions 6.5.0 and 7.0.0.
Affected software
Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in parse-server arises when it is configured to use PostgreSQL as the database backend. An SQL injection flaw exists in the literalizeRegexPart functionality, enabling attackers to inject malicious SQL commands. This vulnerability is critical due to the potential impact on database integrity and confidentiality. The issue has been addressed and fixed in parse-server versions 6.5.0 and 7.0.0.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the PostgreSQL database used by parse-server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The severity is critical given the nature of SQL injection vulnerabilities and their impact on data security.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade parse-server to version 6.5.0 or later, or 7.0.0 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed. Applying these official patches fully mitigates the risk. No additional mitigation steps are required if the upgrade is applied.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- BIT-parse-2024-27298
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.5.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2024-27298"]
- Ecosystems
- ["Bitnami"]
- Database Specific Severity
- Critical
Patch Information
Threat ID: 6aa005f4acd9273b49ab6387
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 12:56:20 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 13:30:51 UTC
Last updated: 09/10/2026, 19:36:47 UTC
Views: 3
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.