CVE-2006-1585 in MonAlbum
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in MonAlbum 0.8.7 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the pc parameter in (a) index.php and (2) pnom, (3) pcourriel, and (4) pcommentaire parameters in (b) image_agrandir.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/22/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-1585 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within MonAlbum version 0.8.7, a web-based photo album management system. This vulnerability exposes the application to remote code execution through improper input validation mechanisms that fail to sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw manifests across multiple entry points within the application's codebase, creating multiple attack vectors that collectively amplify the potential impact of exploitation. The vulnerability directly violates security principles of input validation and secure coding practices, as demonstrated by the specific parameters that remain unprotected against malicious input manipulation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly escape or parameterize user input before executing database operations. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious SQL payloads through the identified parameters: pc in index.php, and pnom, pcourriel, and pcommentaire in image_agrandir.php. These parameters are processed without adequate sanitization, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary SQL commands that execute within the database context. The vulnerability maps directly to CWE-89 which defines SQL injection as the insertion of malicious SQL code into input fields for execution by the database. This weakness enables attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even gain administrative control over the affected system.
The operational impact of CVE-2006-1585 extends beyond simple data compromise, as successful exploitation can lead to complete system infiltration and persistent access. Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to perform unauthorized database operations including data extraction, modification, or deletion of critical application data. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that multiple parameters across different files within the application remain vulnerable, providing attackers with multiple opportunities for successful exploitation. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which describes the use of SQL injection to gain access to database systems, and T1046 which involves the exploitation of network services to establish persistent access. The vulnerability can result in data breaches, service disruption, and potential lateral movement within network environments where the affected application operates.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query construction throughout the affected application code. The most effective remediation involves implementing prepared statements or parameterized queries for all database interactions, ensuring that user input is properly escaped and validated before processing. Additionally, input sanitization mechanisms should be strengthened to filter or reject potentially malicious characters and sequences that could be used in SQL injection attacks. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls should be deployed to monitor and block suspicious SQL injection attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The implementation of proper access controls and least privilege principles can further limit the potential damage from successful exploitation, while maintaining comprehensive logging and monitoring capabilities to detect unauthorized access attempts. Organizations should also consider implementing automated vulnerability scanning tools to continuously monitor for similar weaknesses in their web applications and ensure timely patching of identified vulnerabilities.