CVE-2020-29574
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitAn SQL injection vulnerability in the WebAdmin of Cyberoam OS through 2020-12-04 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements remotely.
Published Dec 11, 2020 · Updated Aug 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-29574 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Cyberoamos (Sophos).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Oct 31, 2024 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 4.7% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Cyberoamos <=2020-12-04, Cyberoamos 2020-12-04.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
4.7%
Higher than 91.6% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
An SQL injection vulnerability in the WebAdmin of Cyberoam OS through 2020-12-04 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements remotely.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Feb 6, 2025 | Feb 27, 2025 | Known |
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 31, 2024 | Feb 27, 2025 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | Feb 6, 2025 | Feb 27, 2025 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Feb 6, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: The impacted product is end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue utilization of the product.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CyberoamosSophos | See advisory | 2020-12-04 |
Patched Releases
Cyberoamos
<=2020-12-04
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 11, 2020
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 31, 2024
Added to CISA KEV
Feb 6, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Feb 6, 2025
Added to ENISA EUVD
Feb 6, 2025
Last updated
Aug 15, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/sophos-fixes-sql-injection-vulnerability-in-their-cyberoam-os/
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
An SQL injection vulnerability in the WebAdmin of Cyberoam OS through 2020-12-04 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL statements remotely.
Affected: Cyberoamos (Sophos). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Oct 31, 2024 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on Feb 6, 2025 with a federal remediation due date of Feb 27, 2025.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Cyberoamos <=2020-12-04, Cyberoamos 2020-12-04.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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