CVE-2006-1271 in OxyNews
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in OxyNews allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the oxynews_comment_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/10/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-1271 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the OxyNews application's index.php script. This vulnerability specifically targets the oxynews_comment_id parameter, which serves as an entry point for malicious input manipulation. The flaw enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands on the underlying database system, potentially compromising the entire database infrastructure. Such vulnerabilities fall under the broader category of injection flaws as classified by the common weakness enumeration framework, specifically mapping to CWE-89 which details improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. The attack vector leverages the application's failure to properly validate and sanitize user input before incorporating it into sql query constructions.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic sql injection scenario where user-supplied data flows directly into database queries without adequate sanitization measures. When an attacker submits malicious input through the oxynews_comment_id parameter, the application processes this data without proper input filtering or parameterization, allowing sql payload execution. This creates a pathway for attackers to manipulate database operations, potentially leading to data extraction, modification, or deletion. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple data access as it can enable full database compromise, including privilege escalation and unauthorized administrative access to database resources. The flaw represents a fundamental breakdown in the application's security architecture where input validation mechanisms fail to prevent malicious sql code injection.
Operationally, this vulnerability poses severe risks to organizations utilizing OxyNews applications, particularly those handling sensitive user data or business-critical information. Attackers can exploit this weakness to extract confidential database contents, including user credentials, personal information, and business data. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers do not require physical access to the system, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous in web-based environments. The vulnerability's presence in a news application framework suggests potential exposure across multiple websites and platforms that may have adopted the same vulnerable codebase. This type of vulnerability aligns with tactics described in the attack pattern taxonomy where adversaries leverage injection flaws to gain unauthorized access to systems and data repositories. Organizations may face regulatory compliance violations and significant financial losses due to data breaches resulting from such exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-1271 should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. The primary defense mechanism involves using prepared statements or parameterized queries that separate sql code from user data, ensuring that malicious input cannot alter the intended sql command structure. Additionally, implementing proper input sanitization and output encoding techniques helps prevent malicious payloads from executing within the database context. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems to monitor for suspicious sql injection patterns and block malicious requests. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify and remediate similar injection flaws throughout the application stack. The implementation of proper access controls and database privilege management further reduces the potential impact of successful exploitation attempts, limiting what malicious actors can accomplish even if they manage to inject sql commands into the system.