CVE-2006-1874 in Database Server
Summary
by MITRE
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Database Server 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, and 9.2.0.6 has unknown impact and attack vectors in the Oracle Spatial component, aka Vuln# DB09. NOTE: Oracle has not disputed reliable claims that this issue is SQL injection in MDSYS.PRVT_IDX using the (1) EXECUTE_INSERT, (2) EXECUTE_DELETE, (3) EXECUTE_UPDATE, (4) EXECUTE UPDATE, and (5) CRT_DUMMY functions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/08/2021
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-1874 represents a critical security flaw within Oracle Database Server versions 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, and 9.2.0.6, specifically within the Oracle Spatial component. This issue falls under the broader category of database security vulnerabilities that can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of enterprise data systems. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects multiple versions of Oracle Database Server, indicating a widespread exposure across different generations of the database platform. The designation "Vuln# DB09" suggests this was part of Oracle's internal vulnerability tracking system, highlighting the severity and recognition of the flaw within the vendor's security infrastructure.
The technical flaw manifests as an SQL injection vulnerability within the MDSYS.PRVT_IDX package, which is a core component of Oracle's Spatial functionality. This vulnerability specifically affects five distinct functions within the package: EXECUTE_INSERT, EXECUTE_DELETE, EXECUTE_UPDATE, EXECUTE UPDATE, and CRT_DUMMY. The SQL injection occurs through improper input validation and handling of user-supplied data within these database procedures. When these functions process untrusted input without adequate sanitization or parameterization, attackers can manipulate the underlying SQL queries to execute arbitrary commands. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89, which defines SQL injection as the insertion of malicious SQL code into input fields for execution by the database system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data theft or modification. Attackers who successfully exploit this vulnerability can gain unauthorized access to database resources, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The affected functions are part of the database's internal indexing and spatial processing mechanisms, meaning successful exploitation could allow attackers to manipulate spatial data, modify database structures, or even execute arbitrary code on the database server. This type of vulnerability creates a significant risk for organizations using Oracle Spatial features for mapping, geographic information systems, or any application requiring spatial data processing. The attack vectors are particularly dangerous because they can be leveraged through legitimate database connections, making detection more challenging and the attack surface broader than typical web application vulnerabilities.
The exploitation of this vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input validation and the principle of least privilege in database security. Organizations implementing Oracle Spatial functionality face significant risk if they have not applied the necessary security patches or if they have not properly configured their database access controls. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1074.001, which covers data staging through database systems, and T1566.001, which involves phishing with malicious attachments or links that could potentially exploit such database vulnerabilities. The remediation approach requires immediate patching of affected Oracle Database Server versions, implementation of proper input validation procedures, and consideration of network segmentation to limit database access. Additionally, organizations should conduct thorough security assessments of their spatial data implementations and ensure that database users have the minimum necessary privileges to perform their required functions, thereby reducing the potential impact of successful exploitation.