CVE-2006-1707 in Shopweezle
Summary
by MITRE
index.php in Shopweezle 2.0 allows remote attackers to include arbitrary local files via the url parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/27/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-1707 affects Shopweezle 2.0, a web-based e-commerce platform that suffers from a critical insecure direct object reference flaw in its index.php script. This vulnerability resides within the url parameter handling mechanism, creating a path traversal condition that enables remote attackers to manipulate file inclusion operations. The flaw represents a classic example of a local file inclusion vulnerability that operates through user-controllable input parameters, allowing malicious actors to access sensitive system files and potentially execute arbitrary code on the affected server.
This security weakness stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the application's file inclusion logic. When the url parameter is processed without proper restrictions, attackers can manipulate the input to reference local files on the server filesystem. The vulnerability operates under the Common Weakness Enumeration framework as CWE-22, specifically categorized as Path Traversal or Directory Traversal, where an attacker can access files and directories that are stored outside the intended directory. The flaw allows for arbitrary file inclusion attacks that can lead to complete system compromise through exploitation of the application's file handling mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it can enable attackers to execute malicious code, escalate privileges, and gain unauthorized access to sensitive system resources. Remote attackers can leverage this flaw to access configuration files, database credentials, application source code, and other sensitive data stored on the server. The vulnerability also creates opportunities for attackers to establish persistent access through backdoor file placement or to disrupt service availability by accessing critical system files. According to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1059.007 for Command and Scripting Interpreter and T1566.001 for Phishing, as attackers can use the compromised system to launch further attacks or establish command and control channels.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-1707 require immediate implementation of robust input validation and sanitization measures within the Shopweezle application. The most effective approach involves implementing strict whitelisting of acceptable URL parameters and removing any direct file inclusion operations that rely on user input. Organizations should deploy proper input filtering mechanisms that prevent directory traversal sequences such as ../ or ..\ from being processed. Additionally, the application should be configured to operate within a restricted file access environment where the web server process cannot access sensitive system files. Security patches should be applied immediately to address this vulnerability, and the application should be configured with proper file permissions that limit access to sensitive resources. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls can provide additional defense-in-depth measures to detect and block malicious requests attempting to exploit this vulnerability. The remediation process should also include comprehensive code review to identify similar patterns throughout the application codebase that may present equivalent security risks.