Critical SQLite Bug Affected all Modern Operating Systems and Software

A critical security vulnerability that exists in SQLite affects all the modern mainstream operating systems and software.

The vulnerability was discovered by Tencent Blade Team, the vulnerability has a wide range of impact as it affects the SQLite database management system that used by thousands of operating systems and software.

SQLite is a software library that provides a relational database management system. The lite in SQLite means light-weight in terms of setup, database administration, and required resource.

The remote code execution vulnerability dubbed Magellan allows a remote attacker to run a malicious code in a target machine or in a target process that leads to Remote code execution, leaking program memory or causing program crashes.

This SQLite bug can be triggered, if the victim explores a simple webpage in the browser that uses SQLite and the Web SQL API.

“According to Tencent Blade Team, if you use a device or software that uses SQLite or Chromium then you will be affected.”

Tencent test confirmed that SQLite bug exists with the Chromium, Google confirmed it and fixed the vulnerability with version 71.0.3578.80.If your product uses SQLite then it is recommended updating to 3.26.0.

We will not disclose any details of the vulnerability at this time, and we are pushing other vendors to fix this vulnerability as soon as possible, reads the security advisory published by Tencent Blade Team.

You can follow us on LinkedinTwitterFacebook for daily Cybersecurity updates also you can take the Best Cybersecurity courses online to keep your self-updated.

Related Read

66 Million Users Personal Data Exposed From Unprotected MongoDB Database

Hackers Stolen 500 Million Guests Personal Information From Starwood Hotels Guest Reservation Database

Gurubaran

Gurubaran is a co-founder of Cyber Security News and GBHackers On Security. He has 10+ years of experience as a Security Consultant, Editor, and Analyst in cybersecurity, technology, and communications.

Recent Posts

Threat Actors Exploit Google Docs And Weebly Services For Malware Attacks

Phishing attackers used Google Docs to deliver malicious links, bypassing security measures and redirecting victims…

3 hours ago

Python NodeStealer: Targeting Facebook Business Accounts to Harvest Login Credentials

The Python-based NodeStealer, a sophisticated info-stealer, has evolved to target new information and employ advanced…

3 hours ago

XSS Vulnerability in Bing.com Let Attackers Send Crafted Malicious Requests

A significant XSS vulnerability was recently uncovered in Microsoft’s Bing.com, potentially allowing attackers to execute…

6 hours ago

Meta Removed 2 Million Account Linked to Malicious Activities

 Meta has announced the removal of over 2 million accounts connected to malicious activities, including…

9 hours ago

Veritas Enterprise Vault Vulnerabilities Lets Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code Remotely

Critical security vulnerability has been identified in Veritas Enterprise Vault, a widely-used archiving and content…

10 hours ago

7-Zip RCE Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Remote Code

A critical security vulnerability has been disclosed in the popular file archiving tool 7-Zip, allowing…

10 hours ago