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CVE-2021-47801

8.2 · HIGH

Vianeos OctoPUS 5 contains a time-based blind SQL injection vulnerability in the 'login_user' parameter during authentication requests.

Published Jan 16, 2026CWE-89EPSS 0.38%

Overview

CVE-2021-47801 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 16, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Vianeos OctoPUS 5 contains a time-based blind SQL injection vulnerability in the 'login_user' parameter during authentication requests. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting malicious POST requests with specially constructed SQL payloads that trigger database sleep functions to extract information.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-47801?

CVE-2021-47801 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 16, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2021-47801?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-47801?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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