CVE-2006-1353 in ASP Download
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in ASPPortal 3.1.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the downloadid parameter in download_click.asp and (2) content_ID parameter in news/News_Item.asp; authenticated administrators can also conduct attacks via (3) user_id parameter to users/add_edit_user.asp, (4) bannerid parameter to banner_adds/banner_add_edit.asp, (5) cat_id parameter to categories/add_edit_cat.asp, (6) Content_ID parameter to News/add_edit_news.asp, (7) download_id parameter to downloads/add_edit_download.asp, (8) Poll_ID parameter to poll/add_edit_poll.asp, (9) contactid parameter to contactus/contactus_add_edit.asp, (10) sortby parameter to poll/poll_list.asp, and (11) unspecified inputs to downloads/add_edit_download.asp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/19/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-1353 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting ASPPortal versions 3.1.1 and earlier, demonstrating a fundamental weakness in input validation and query construction within web applications. This vulnerability falls under CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection attacks where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization or parameterization. The flaw exists across multiple components of the ASPPortal application, making it particularly dangerous as it affects various administrative and user-facing modules.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through improper handling of user-supplied input parameters that are directly concatenated into SQL queries without adequate filtering or escaping mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious input strings that manipulate the SQL command structure, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the underlying database system. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects both anonymous remote attackers who can exploit public-facing parameters like downloadid and content_ID, as well as authenticated administrators who can leverage additional vulnerable parameters such as user_id, bannerid, and cat_id within administrative interfaces.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can lead to complete database compromise, unauthorized privilege escalation, and potential system infiltration. Remote attackers with minimal technical expertise can execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to data modification, deletion, or unauthorized access to sensitive information. The presence of authenticated attack vectors through administrative modules means that compromised administrator credentials could result in even more severe consequences, including complete system takeover and persistent backdoor establishment. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes the exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications to gain access to backend systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-1353 must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements. The primary solution involves implementing proper parameterized queries or prepared statements throughout the application codebase to prevent user input from being interpreted as SQL commands. Additionally, comprehensive input validation and sanitization should be implemented at all entry points, with strict type checking and length limitations for all parameters. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and input filtering mechanisms to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and proper application architecture, as it could have been prevented through adherence to established security guidelines and defensive programming techniques. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other applications and ensure that input validation mechanisms remain effective against evolving attack techniques.