Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
Hexagon GeoMedia WebMap 2020 had a blind SQL injection flaw in MapService.svc before Update 2. If exposed, an attacker could manipulate a map service request in a way that may let them infer or access database-backed information. The bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation for any externally reachable GeoMedia WebMap 2020 deployment because SQL injection can put database-backed services at risk. If the product is internal-only, validate segmentation and still plan the vendor update promptly.
Technical view
CVE-2021-37749 affects Hexagon GeoMedia WebMap 2020 before Update 2, also identified as 16.6.2.66. The issue is blind SQL injection through the Id value within sourceItems passed to the GetMap method in MapService.svc. No CWE, CPE, or CVSS details are included in the provided sources.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely for organizations running Hexagon GeoMedia WebMap 2020 before Update 2, especially where MapService.svc is reachable from untrusted networks. The source bundle does not identify other affected versions or products.
Exploitation context
The sources describe a blind SQL injection vulnerability, but the bundle does not cite CISA KEV listing or any confirmed active exploitation. Treat internet-facing instances as higher concern because exploitation would target an application service endpoint tied to backend data.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE description and referenced vendor/researcher pages. The record lacks CVSS, CWE, and CPE data. Validate the exact version and route exposure before rating asset-specific risk, and avoid assuming exploit activity without new sourced evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Identify all GeoMedia WebMap 2020 deployments and their installed update level.
- Apply Hexagon GeoMedia WebMap 2020 Update 2, version 16.6.2.66, or vendor-supported later guidance.
- Restrict MapService.svc access to trusted networks where business use allows.
- Review vendor guidance before applying compensating controls or configuration changes.
- Monitor web and database logs for suspicious GetMap/sourceItems activity.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether GeoMedia WebMap 2020 is deployed in the environment.
- Verify installed version is Update 2, 16.6.2.66, or later vendor-supported guidance.
- Check whether MapService.svc is externally reachable or broadly accessible internally.
- Review logs for unusual GetMap requests involving sourceItems Id values.
- Document affected hosts, exposure path, owner, and remediation status.
Public sources used
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- Known Exploited
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No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.hexagongeospatial.com/products/power-portfolio/geomedia-webmapCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://download.hexagongeospatial.com/en/downloads/webgis/geomedia-webmap-2020-update-2CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://www.silentgrid.com/blog/cve-2021-37749-hexagon-geomedia-webmap-2020-blind-sql-injection/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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