High Severity SQL Injection Vulnerability Found In Code

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This report details a code security scan that identified a high severity SQL Injection vulnerability in the codebase. The scan, conducted on November 27, 2025, revealed one total finding, which is also a new finding. This vulnerability was detected in a Java file and requires immediate attention to prevent potential security breaches.

Scan Metadata

  • Latest Scan: 2025-11-27 10:22 PM
  • Total Findings: 1
  • New Findings: 1
  • Resolved Findings: 0
  • Tested Project Files: 1
  • Detected Programming Languages: Java*, Secrets

Most Relevant Findings: SQL Injection

The most critical finding is a SQL Injection vulnerability, categorized under CWE-89. SQL Injection is a type of security vulnerability that occurs when user-controlled data is used to construct a SQL query. This can allow attackers to execute arbitrary SQL code, potentially leading to data breaches, data corruption, or even complete system compromise. The specifics of this finding are outlined below.

Vulnerability Details

Severity Vulnerability Type CWE File Data Flows Detected Violated Workflows Violation Priority Violation SLA
High SQL Injection CWE-89 SQLInjection.java:38 1 2025-11-27 10:22PM SAST-workflowa239de9c-3b83-41df-a6c1-1ae8ecf5bd74, SAST-workflowbf78e41d-4062-43a7-b04b-eac79f20c7ff HIGH
  • Severity: High
  • Vulnerability Type: SQL Injection
  • CWE: CWE-89 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
  • File: SQLInjection.java:38
  • Data Flows: 1
  • Detected: 2025-11-27 10:22 PM
  • Violated Workflows: SAST-workflowa239de9c-3b83-41df-a6c1-1ae8ecf5bd74, SAST-workflowbf78e41d-4062-43a7-b04b-eac79f20c7ff
  • Violation Priority: HIGH

Vulnerable Code

The vulnerability is located in the SQLInjection.java file. Reviewing the vulnerable code snippet is crucial to understanding the nature of the flaw and how it can be exploited. The following link provides direct access to the vulnerable code section:

https://github.com/SAST-UP-DP-DEV-env/SAST-Test-Repo-96b8c480-6014-4f62-ba40-ff4eb9d84892/blob/f0cd55622850f548535f3bd6995da99d67d6f904/SQLInjection.java#L34-L43

Data Flows

Understanding the data flow can help in tracing how the malicious input reaches the vulnerable point. The data flow detected in this instance can be examined at the following links:

Secure Code Warrior Training Material

To better understand and prevent SQL Injection vulnerabilities, the following training materials are recommended:

These resources provide valuable insights into the nature of SQL Injection vulnerabilities, methods for prevention, and best practices for secure coding.

Remediation Suggestion

A suggested remediation involves using PreparedStatement instead of Statement in the injectableQueryAvailability method. This approach helps prevent SQL Injection by ensuring that user input is treated as data rather than executable code. More specifically, using Parameterized Queries or Prepared Statements can effectively mitigate the risk of SQL Injection. These techniques ensure that user input is treated as data, not as part of the SQL command. This separation prevents attackers from manipulating the query structure.

Here is the diff for the suggested remediation:

https://github.com/SAST-UP-DP-DEV-env/SAST-Test-Repo-96b8c480-6014-4f62-ba40-ff4eb9d84892/blob/887cfd828ba949b4fda4c1f05c4d46011c502b26/diffs/0669910c-61fc-401a-81d6-dc61798543bd/SQLInjection.java.diff#L1-L84

To create a pull request with this remediation to the main branch, use the following command:

/mend code remediate pull-request 7985d2fe-c798-4151-8c2d-bcdad0921542 Optional Comment

Feedback on the remediation can be submitted using the following commands:

/mend code remediate feedback positive 7985d2fe-c798-4151-8c2d-bcdad0921542 Optional Comment
/mend code remediate feedback negative 7985d2fe-c798-4151-8c2d-bcdad0921542 Optional Comment

Additional Remediation Strategies

Beyond using PreparedStatement, consider these additional strategies to bolster your defenses against SQL Injection attacks:

  • Input Validation: Implement stringent input validation to ensure that user inputs conform to expected formats and lengths. This involves checking data types, patterns, and lengths before the data is used in SQL queries. Regular expressions and custom validation functions can be employed to enforce these rules. This can help prevent malicious input from even reaching the database query.
  • Least Privilege Principle: Grant database users only the minimum necessary privileges required to perform their tasks. This principle reduces the potential damage an attacker can cause if they manage to exploit an SQL Injection vulnerability. For example, avoid using database accounts with DROP or CREATE privileges for routine operations.
  • Escaping User-Supplied Input: Escape all user-supplied input before including it in SQL queries. Escaping involves replacing characters that have special meaning in SQL (e.g., single quotes, double quotes, semicolons) with their corresponding escape sequences. While escaping is a useful technique, it's generally less effective than using parameterized queries or stored procedures, which handle escaping automatically.
  • Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to filter out malicious traffic and SQL Injection attempts before they reach your application. A WAF can inspect HTTP requests and responses, applying a set of rules to detect and block common attack patterns. Modern WAFs also use machine learning to adapt to new threats and improve accuracy.
  • Regular Security Audits and Penetration Testing: Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities in your code and infrastructure. These assessments simulate real-world attacks and can help uncover weaknesses that automated tools might miss. Engage security experts to perform thorough reviews of your application's security posture.
  • Use an ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) Library: ORM libraries often provide built-in protection against SQL Injection by abstracting database interactions and automatically handling parameterization and escaping. Using an ORM can reduce the likelihood of introducing vulnerabilities related to manual query construction. Popular ORM libraries include Hibernate for Java, Django ORM for Python, and ActiveRecord for Ruby on Rails.
  • Stored Procedures: Utilize stored procedures, which are precompiled SQL statements stored in the database. Stored procedures can help encapsulate SQL logic and reduce the risk of SQL Injection by ensuring that input parameters are treated as data rather than executable code. They also offer performance benefits by reducing the need to parse and compile SQL statements repeatedly.

Findings Overview

The following table summarizes the findings by severity, vulnerability type, CWE, and language:

Severity Vulnerability Type CWE Language Count
High SQL Injection CWE-89 Java* 1

This table provides a clear overview of the detected vulnerabilities, emphasizing the high severity SQL Injection issue in Java code.

Conclusion

This code security report highlights a critical SQL Injection vulnerability that requires immediate attention. By understanding the vulnerability details, reviewing the vulnerable code, and implementing the suggested remediation, the risk can be effectively mitigated. Regular security checks, training, and adherence to secure coding practices are essential for maintaining a robust security posture. It’s recommended to prioritize the remediation steps outlined in this report to prevent potential exploits and ensure the security of the application and its data.

For more detailed information on SQL Injection and its prevention, consider visiting the OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) website.