CVE-2005-4035 in Web4Future
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Web4Future eCommerce Enterprise Edition 2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) prod, and (2) brid parameters to (a) view.php; the (3) the bid parameter to (b) viewbrands.php; and the (4) grp and (5) cat parameters to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/30/2025
The vulnerability described in CVE-2005-4035 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting Web4Future eCommerce Enterprise Edition version 2.1 and earlier. This vulnerability exists within the web application's handling of user-supplied input parameters, specifically targeting four distinct entry points that process data without proper sanitization or validation. The affected parameters include prod and brid in view.php, the bid parameter in viewbrands.php, and both grp and cat parameters in index.php, all of which directly influence database query construction processes.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly escape or filter user input before incorporating it into SQL command strings. When attackers manipulate these parameters through HTTP requests, they can inject malicious SQL code that gets executed by the underlying database engine. This occurs because the application constructs dynamic SQL queries by concatenating user-supplied values directly into the query structure without appropriate input validation or parameterization techniques. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 as SQL injection, which is a well-documented weakness in web application security that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through crafted input.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, as it provides remote attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the affected database. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information from the database including user credentials, personal data, product information, and potentially gain administrative access to the database. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the target system. This vulnerability also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage and T1190 for exploit for client execution, as it represents a classic web application attack vector that can be exploited through standard HTTP requests.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized queries across all affected application components. The most effective remediation involves replacing direct string concatenation of user input with prepared statements or parameterized queries that separate SQL command structure from data values. Additionally, implementing proper input sanitization techniques, including character filtering and length validation, can prevent malicious payloads from being processed. Network-level defenses such as web application firewalls and intrusion prevention systems can provide additional protection layers, though they should not be relied upon as the sole defense mechanism. Organizations should also implement proper access controls and database privilege management to limit the potential impact of successful exploitation, ensuring that database accounts used by the web application have minimal required permissions. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and input validation as outlined in OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity frameworks, emphasizing that such flaws can be completely prevented through proper application design and development methodologies.