CVE-2005-2632 in mediabox404
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in login_admin_mediabox404.php in mediabox404 1.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the User field.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/10/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-2632 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the mediabox404 content management system version 1.2 and earlier. This security weakness resides in the login_admin_mediabox404.php file, which processes user authentication requests. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization of the User field parameter, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands directly into the database query execution flow. The flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database without proper authentication, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized data access.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89, which categorizes SQL injection as a dangerous input validation flaw where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL queries without proper sanitization. The attack vector exploits the lack of parameterized queries or proper input filtering mechanisms in the application's authentication logic. When an attacker submits malicious input through the User field, the application fails to properly escape or validate the data before incorporating it into database queries, creating an exploitable condition that allows for command injection. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it occurs during the administrative login process, providing attackers with potential access to sensitive administrative functions and database contents.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables attackers to execute arbitrary database commands with the privileges of the web application's database user. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, allowing attackers to extract sensitive information, modify or delete database records, and potentially escalate privileges to gain deeper system access. The vulnerability affects all users of mediabox404 version 1.2 and earlier, making it a widespread concern for organizations running outdated software versions. Additionally, the remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any location without requiring physical access to the system, significantly increasing the attack surface and threat potential.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2005-2632 should prioritize immediate software updates to the latest available version of mediabox404, which would include patched authentication mechanisms and proper input validation. Organizations should implement proper parameterized queries or prepared statements in all database interactions to prevent SQL injection attacks. Input validation and sanitization should be enforced at multiple levels, including application layer filtering and database-level protections. Network segmentation and access controls should limit exposure of administrative interfaces to trusted networks only. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify and remediate similar flaws in other applications. The remediation process should also include monitoring database logs for suspicious activity and implementing intrusion detection systems to identify potential exploitation attempts. Organizations should follow security best practices outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and NIST guidelines for preventing SQL injection vulnerabilities, ensuring that all database interactions are properly validated and sanitized before execution.