CVE-2005-1419 in Mailing List Manager
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the admin login panel for Ocean12 Mailing List Manager 1.06 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Admin_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/23/2017
The CVE-2005-1419 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw discovered in the Ocean12 Mailing List Manager version 1.06 administration interface. This vulnerability specifically targets the admin login panel where the Admin_id parameter is processed without adequate input validation or sanitization. The flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database queries by injecting malicious sql code through the parameter, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive system data and administrative privileges. The vulnerability stems from insufficient data validation practices within the application's authentication mechanism, creating an exploitable entry point for malicious actors seeking to compromise the mailing list management system.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits specially crafted input through the Admin_id parameter during the administrative login process. The application fails to properly escape or validate user-supplied input before incorporating it into sql queries, allowing attackers to inject sql commands that can manipulate database operations. This type of injection vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the improper handling of sql command structure in applications. The vulnerability can be exploited to perform various malicious activities including but not limited to data extraction, unauthorized database access, privilege escalation, and potentially complete system compromise. Attackers can leverage this weakness to bypass authentication mechanisms, retrieve confidential information from the database, or modify system configurations through crafted sql payloads.
The operational impact of CVE-2005-1419 extends beyond simple data theft, as it can lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized administrative control. Remote attackers who successfully exploit this vulnerability can gain access to user lists, email addresses, and potentially sensitive system information stored within the mailing list manager database. The implications are particularly severe for organizations relying on this software for email communications, as the breach could result in unauthorized access to customer data and potential phishing attacks. Additionally, the vulnerability creates opportunities for attackers to modify or delete critical mailing list data, disrupt service availability, and establish persistent access points within the targeted network infrastructure. The attack surface is further expanded as this vulnerability affects the core administrative functionality of the system, making it a prime target for exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2005-1419 should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Organizations should immediately apply the vendor-supplied patches or upgrade to newer versions of the Ocean12 Mailing List Manager that address this vulnerability. The implementation of web application firewalls and input sanitization mechanisms can provide additional protection layers. Security best practices include using prepared statements or parameterized queries instead of string concatenation for database operations, implementing proper authentication mechanisms with account lockout policies, and conducting regular security assessments of web applications. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability aligns with techniques such as T1190 (exploitation for lateral movement) and T1078 (valid accounts) as attackers can leverage this weakness to gain unauthorized access and potentially move laterally within compromised networks. Regular security monitoring and vulnerability scanning should be implemented to detect and remediate similar weaknesses in other applications within the organization's infrastructure.