CVE-2005-1500 in myBloggie
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in myBloggie 2.1.1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the keyword parameter in search.php; or (2) the date_no parameter in viewdate mode, (3) the cat_id parameter in viewcat mode, the (4) month_no or (5) year parameter in viewmonth mode, or (6) post_id parameter in viewid mode to index.php. NOTE: item (1) was discovered to affect 2.1.3 as well.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/23/2025
The vulnerability described in CVE-2005-1500 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting myBloggie version 2.1.1 and subsequently confirmed to impact version 2.1.3. This vulnerability resides within the blog management system's handling of user-supplied input parameters, creating a pathway for remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database. The flaw manifests across multiple entry points within the application's core functionality, specifically targeting parameters used in search operations and various viewing modes that process user input without proper sanitization or validation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly escape or validate user input before incorporating it into SQL query constructions. When users interact with the search functionality using the keyword parameter in search.php, or when navigating through different viewing modes such as viewdate, viewcat, viewmonth, or viewid, the application directly concatenates user-supplied values into database queries without adequate input filtering. This creates an environment where malicious actors can inject specially crafted SQL payloads that bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even execute system commands depending on the database management system in use.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it enables attackers to gain unauthorized access to the entire database backend. The vulnerability affects multiple attack vectors, including the date_no parameter in viewdate mode, cat_id parameter in viewcat mode, month_no and year parameters in viewmonth mode, and post_id parameter in viewid mode within index.php. This widespread exposure across different application functions means that attackers can exploit the vulnerability through various navigation paths, making it particularly dangerous for system administrators who may not be aware of all the vulnerable entry points. The vulnerability's persistence across versions 2.1.1 and 2.1.3 indicates that the underlying code flaw was not adequately addressed in the patch, leaving systems vulnerable even after supposed security updates.
The implications of this vulnerability align with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications. This classification emphasizes the fundamental flaw in input validation and query construction that allows attackers to manipulate database operations through crafted input. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to techniques involving command and control through database manipulation, credential access through data extraction, and privilege escalation via database compromise. The attack surface is particularly concerning because it allows for complete database compromise without requiring authentication, as the SQL injection occurs at the application level where database credentials are typically stored in configuration files or connection strings.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase. System administrators should ensure that all user-supplied parameters undergo strict sanitization before being incorporated into database queries, with special attention to the identified vulnerable parameters across different viewing modes. The implementation of prepared statements or parameterized queries would effectively neutralize the SQL injection threat by separating SQL command structure from data values. Additionally, the application should be updated to a patched version that addresses all identified vulnerabilities, as the persistence of the flaw across versions 2.1.1 and 2.1.3 demonstrates inadequate remediation efforts. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should also be configured to monitor for suspicious SQL injection patterns, while regular security audits should verify that all input handling mechanisms properly validate and sanitize user data before database interaction occurs.