CVE-2004-0625 in Infinity Web
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in Infinity WEB 1.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges via the login page.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/16/2017
The CVE-2004-0625 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw discovered in Infinity WEB 1.0 software version 1.0. This vulnerability exists within the authentication mechanism of the web application, specifically targeting the login page where user credentials are processed. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the sql query execution flow by injecting malicious sql code through input fields, thereby compromising the system's security controls.
This vulnerability directly maps to common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the improper handling of sql queries where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into sql commands without adequate sanitization or parameterization. The attack vector exploits the lack of input validation and proper sql query construction techniques within the Infinity WEB application. When legitimate users attempt to log in, their credentials are processed through a sql query that does not properly escape or parameterize user input, creating an exploitable condition.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple authentication bypass. Attackers can leverage this weakness to escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access to the system. Through sql injection, malicious actors can extract sensitive database information, modify user accounts, and potentially execute arbitrary commands on the underlying database server. The vulnerability essentially allows attackers to circumvent the entire authentication system, providing them with administrative access to the web application and its underlying data resources. This creates a severe risk for organizations relying on Infinity WEB 1.0 for their web infrastructure.
From a tactical perspective, this vulnerability aligns with several techniques described in the attack tactics and techniques framework, particularly those related to credential access and privilege escalation. The attack pattern follows standard sql injection methodologies where attackers craft malicious payloads to manipulate the sql query structure. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers do not require physical access to the system, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited from anywhere on the internet. Organizations should implement proper input validation, use parameterized queries, and maintain updated security patches to protect against this type of vulnerability. The remediation process involves ensuring that all user inputs are properly sanitized and that the application employs prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks.