CVE-2002-1086 in ezContents
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in ezContents 1.41 and earlier allow remote attackers to conduct unauthorized activities.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/08/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2002-1086 represents a critical security flaw in ezContents version 1.41 and earlier systems, where multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities exist that enable remote attackers to execute unauthorized operations. This vulnerability falls under the broader category of injection flaws, specifically SQL injection attacks, which occur when user input is improperly validated or sanitized before being incorporated into database queries. The flaw allows malicious actors to manipulate database queries through crafted input parameters, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or executing arbitrary commands on the underlying database system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms within the ezContents application code. When user-supplied data is directly concatenated into SQL query strings without proper sanitization or parameterization, attackers can inject malicious SQL code that alters the intended query behavior. This type of vulnerability is classified as CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications. The attack vector is remote, meaning that an attacker does not require physical access to the system to exploit this vulnerability, making it particularly dangerous in networked environments.
The operational impact of CVE-2002-1086 extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can lead to complete system compromise. Attackers may gain read access to sensitive database information including user credentials, personal data, and business-critical information. Additionally, the vulnerability could enable attackers to modify or delete database records, potentially causing data integrity issues and system availability problems. The exploitation of this vulnerability aligns with tactics described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation, where adversaries leverage application vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to system resources.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate patching of the ezContents application to version 1.42 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement proper input validation and sanitization techniques throughout the application code, ensuring that all user-supplied data is properly escaped or parameterized before database interactions. The implementation of prepared statements or parameterized queries should be enforced across all database access points. Additionally, network segmentation and access controls should be strengthened to limit potential attack surfaces, while regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other systems. Organizations should also consider implementing database activity monitoring to detect anomalous query patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.