CVE-2016-4338Zabbix SQL Injection
The mysql user parameter configuration script (userparameter_mysql.conf) in the agent in Zabbix before 2.0.18, 2.2.x before 2.2.13, and 3.0.x before 3.0.3, when used with a shell other than bash, allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or SQL commands via…
Published Jan 23, 2017 · Updated Aug 4, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2016-4338, UBUNTU-CVE-2016-4338
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2016-4338 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.1 v3.1) affecting Zabbix.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Zabbix 1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm1, Zabbix 1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm4, Zabbix 1:2.4.7+dfsg-2ubuntu2.1+esm3.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
8.1
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
21%
Higher than 97.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
48/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Not listed
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
3
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
1
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
The mysql user parameter configuration script (userparameter_mysql.conf) in the agent in Zabbix before 2.0.18, 2.2.x before 2.2.13, and 3.0.x before 3.0.3, when used with a shell other than bash, allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or SQL commands via the mysql.size parameter.
Affected Products
48 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ZabbixZabbix | 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.10, 2.0.11, 2.0.12, 2.0.13, 2.0.14, 2.0.15 | 1:3.0.3+dfsg-1 |
Patched Releases
Zabbix
1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm1, 1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm4, 1:2.4.7+dfsg-2ubuntu2.1+esm3, 1:3.0.12+dfsg-1ubuntu0.1~esm3, 1:3.0.3+dfsg-1, 1:4.0.17+dfsg-1ubuntu0.1~esm1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jan 23, 2017
Last updated
Aug 4, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisorysecurity-tracker.debian.org · CVE-2016-4338
- advisoryubuntu.com · CVE-2016-4338
- advisorycve.org · CVERecord
- advisoryseclists.org · 11
- advisoryGLSA-201612-42
FAQ
Common Questions.
The mysql user parameter configuration script (userparameter_mysql.conf) in the agent in Zabbix before 2.0.18, 2.2.x before 2.2.13, and 3.0.x before 3.0.3, when used with a shell other than bash, allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code or SQL commands via the mysql.size parameter.
Affected: Zabbix versions 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.10, 2.0.11, 2.0.12, 2.0.13, 2.0.14, 2.0.15. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Zabbix 1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm1, Zabbix 1:2.2.2+dfsg-1ubuntu1+esm4, Zabbix 1:2.4.7+dfsg-2ubuntu2.1+esm3.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
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