CVE-2005-4397 in iCMS
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in RunScript.asp iCMS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Event_ID parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/04/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-4397 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the RunScript.asp component of iCMS content management system. This vulnerability specifically targets the Event_ID parameter, which serves as an entry point for malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the underlying database system. The flaw exists in the application's input validation mechanisms, where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into SQL query construction without proper sanitization or parameterization. This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits a malformed Event_ID parameter value that contains malicious SQL code. The application fails to properly escape or validate this input before incorporating it into database queries, allowing the injected code to execute within the database context. This enables attackers to perform unauthorized operations such as data extraction, modification, or deletion, potentially leading to complete database compromise. The vulnerability demonstrates a classic lack of proper input validation and output encoding practices that are fundamental to preventing injection attacks. According to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to the T1071.004 technique for application layer protocol tunneling and T1213.002 for data from information repositories, as it allows unauthorized access to database resources.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with elevated privileges within the database environment. Successful exploitation could result in complete system compromise, data breaches, and potential lateral movement within the network infrastructure. Organizations utilizing iCMS systems would face significant security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive information, modification of content, and potential establishment of persistent backdoors. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the entire content management system, making it a critical concern for any organization relying on this platform. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that the vulnerability allows remote code execution without requiring authentication, making it accessible to any attacker with network access to the affected system. Security professionals should consider this vulnerability as part of their comprehensive vulnerability management programs, implementing immediate mitigations such as input validation, parameterized queries, and web application firewalls to prevent exploitation while more permanent fixes are developed and deployed.