CVE-2005-3833 in Tunez
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in songinfo.php in Tunez 1.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the song_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/23/2025
The CVE-2005-3833 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw discovered in the Tunez media management system version 1.21 and earlier. This vulnerability exists within the songinfo.php script which processes user input through the song_id parameter, creating an exploitable pathway for remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database operations. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into sql queries.
This vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is directly concatenated into sql commands without proper sanitization. The attack vector is particularly dangerous as it allows remote code execution through database manipulation, potentially enabling attackers to extract sensitive information, modify database contents, or even gain administrative privileges within the application's database environment. The vulnerability is classified as a remote attack since no local access or authentication is required to exploit the flaw, making it highly accessible to malicious actors on the internet.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive user information. Attackers can leverage this flaw to perform unauthorized database operations including but not limited to data extraction, modification, or deletion of entire database tables. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the Tunez application by allowing manipulation of song information and potentially exposing other system data that may be accessible through the same database interface. Organizations running affected versions face significant risk of data breaches and unauthorized system access.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2005-3833 involve immediate patching of the Tunez application to version 1.22 or later where the sql injection vulnerability has been addressed through proper input validation and parameterized queries. System administrators should implement input sanitization measures including the use of prepared statements and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and database user permissions can limit the damage that can be caused by successful exploitation. Network-based mitigations such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of protection. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 which describes the exploitation of sql injection vulnerabilities for unauthorized access and data manipulation, emphasizing the need for comprehensive defensive measures including regular security updates and input validation protocols.