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Plain-English summary
This CVE describes SQL injection in Zoho ManageEngine OpManager builds 125466 and below, specifically in the getReportData API. SQL injection can allow an attacker to interfere with database queries. The sources do not provide CVSS, attack requirements, authentication context, or confirmed exploit activity.
Executive priority
Prioritize identification and upgrade planning for OpManager deployments. Business urgency is meaningful because SQL injection affects a network monitoring platform, but severity and exploitation evidence are incomplete in the provided sources.
Technical view
CVE-2021-41288 affects Zoho ManageEngine OpManager version 125466 and earlier through SQL injection in the getReportData API. The public bundle references ManageEngine build 125467 release notes, but does not include detailed root cause, exploit preconditions, or a formal mitigation advisory.
Likely exposure
Organizations running ManageEngine OpManager build 125466 or earlier are potentially exposed. Exposure depends on whether the getReportData API is reachable by users, integrations, or networks that should not have report API access.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing, public exploitation, exploit maturity, authentication requirements, or required privileges. Treat exploitation status as unconfirmed from the provided evidence.
Researcher notes
Evidence is sparse: no CVSS vector, CWE mapping, authentication detail, or technical advisory text is included. The only named vulnerability surface is getReportData API, and the only vendor reference is the ManageEngine build 125467 release note URL.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory all ManageEngine OpManager instances and record exact build numbers.
- Review ManageEngine build 125467 guidance and upgrade to a vendor-supported fixed build if applicable.
- Limit OpManager access to trusted administrative networks and users.
- Review report API access patterns and database error logs for suspicious activity.
- Check Zoho ManageEngine support guidance for any additional remediation instructions.
Validation and detection
- Confirm no OpManager instance remains on build 125466 or below.
- Verify whether the getReportData API is reachable from untrusted networks.
- Review access logs for unusual report API requests or repeated failures.
- Confirm compensating access controls restrict OpManager administration surfaces.
- Document remediation status for each OpManager deployment.
Public sources used
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- CVSS
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- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
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CVSS and timeline data
No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.manageengine.com/network-monitoring/help/read-me-complete.html#build_125467CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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