Vulnerability Description
SurrealDB before 2.0.5, 2.1.x before 2.1.5, and 2.2.x before 2.2.2 fails to properly escape table and field names in the command-line export command. An authenticated System User with OWNER or EDITOR roles can create tables or fields with malicious names containing SurrealQL. When a higher-privileged user subsequently imports the exported backup, the injected SurrealQL executes, enabling privilege escalation and root-level takeover of the SurrealDB instance. Applications that let users define custom tables or fields are also exposed to a universal second-order SurrealQL injection even when query parameters are sanitized.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Surrealdb | Surrealdb | < 2.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/surrealdb/surrealdb/security/advisories/GHSA-ccj3-5p93-8p42Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/surrealdb-before-surrealql-injection-via-exThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71392?
CVE-2025-71392 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.0 (HIGH). SurrealDB before 2.0.5, 2.1.x before 2.1.5, and 2.2.x before 2.2.2 fails to properly escape table and field names in the command-line export command. An authenticated System User with OWNER or EDITOR ...
How severe is CVE-2025-71392?
CVE-2025-71392 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71392?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Surrealdb Surrealdb.