CVE-2005-4059 in LocazoList
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in searchdb.asp in LocazoList 1.03c and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/26/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-4059 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the LocazoList 1.03c content management system, specifically affecting the searchdb.asp component. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user input through the q parameter, which is used for search functionality within the application. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database queries by injecting malicious sql code through the search interface, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or executing arbitrary commands on the database server.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the search functionality of LocazoList. When users submit search queries through the q parameter, the application fails to properly escape or validate the input before incorporating it into sql statements. This lack of proper input sanitization creates an environment where attackers can craft malicious payloads that bypass normal sql query parsing and execution, effectively allowing them to manipulate the database operations performed by the application. The vulnerability specifically targets the searchdb.asp script which processes user queries and directly incorporates them into database requests without adequate security measures.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary sql commands on the backend database server. This could result in complete database compromise, data exfiltration, modification of critical application data, or even elevation of privileges within the database environment. Attackers could potentially extract user credentials, personal information, or other sensitive data stored within the LocazoList database. The remote nature of this vulnerability means that attackers do not require physical access to the system, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited from anywhere on the internet.
Security professionals should consider this vulnerability in the context of established frameworks such as the common weakness enumeration CWE-89, which categorizes sql injection as a fundamental security flaw requiring proper input validation and parameterized queries. Additionally, this vulnerability aligns with tactics described in the attack technique matrix under the category of command execution through web applications. Organizations using LocazoList 1.03c or earlier versions should implement immediate mitigations including input validation, parameterized queries, and proper output encoding. The most effective long-term solution involves upgrading to a patched version of the application or implementing web application firewalls that can detect and block sql injection attempts. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in other components of the system.