CVE-2005-4233 in Ad Manager Pro
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in advertiser_statistic.php in Ad Manager Pro 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the ad_number parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/21/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-4233 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Ad Manager Pro 2.0 software suite, specifically affecting the advertiser_statistic.php component. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user-supplied input through the ad_number parameter, which is processed without adequate sanitization or validation mechanisms. The flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious sql code directly into the application's database query execution flow, potentially compromising the entire backend database infrastructure.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a malicious payload containing sql commands and passes it through the ad_number parameter in the advertiser_statistic.php script. The application fails to properly escape or parameterize this input before incorporating it into sql queries, creating an environment where attacker-controlled data can directly manipulate the sql execution context. This vulnerability maps directly to CWE-89, which classifies sql injection as a weakness that allows attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands against the database. The attack vector is particularly dangerous as it requires no authentication or privileged access, making it a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited over the network.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can result in complete database compromise, unauthorized data modification, privilege escalation, and potential system compromise. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information including user credentials, financial data, and advertising campaign details stored within the application's database. The vulnerability also provides opportunities for persistent attacks through database schema manipulation, backdoor creation, and data corruption. From an attack technique perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1046 for network service scanning to identify vulnerable endpoints.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2005-4233 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization techniques including proper escaping of special characters, validation of input formats, and adoption of prepared statements or parameterized queries to separate sql code from data. The most effective remediation involves upgrading to a patched version of Ad Manager Pro, as the vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation mechanisms that are typically addressed through proper software security updates. Security measures should also include web application firewalls, database activity monitoring, and regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. Additionally, implementing principle of least privilege for database accounts and regular security auditing can significantly reduce the potential impact of such vulnerabilities.